Driver/swamper - Solid Waste Collection Operator - White Rock, Canada - City of White Rock

City of White Rock
City of White Rock
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White Rock, Canada

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Driver/Swamper - Solid Waste Collection Operator:

Full-Time**The City of White Rock is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is committed to promoting and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our teams and a more vibrant community starts with you In return for your valued contributions, you can expect a competitive compensation package and the opportunity to work with an outstanding team.


The Engineering and Municipal Operations Department, Public Works Division, seeks an individual with outstanding work ethic and a safety-first attitude to join their team as a full-time Driver/Swamper - Solid Waste Collection Operator.

In this role, you will be responsible for the collection of residential solid waste, including garbage, recycling, and organics, by operating a collection vehicle in a safe and efficient manner.

This is routine manual work involving considerable physical effort in all weather conditions.

Other duties may be assigned by the division such as maintenance and construction duties, operating a variety of small equipment, performing inspections, and performing routine equipment maintenance.


Requirements:


  • Possess and maintain a valid Class 5 BC driver's license with an air brake endorsement, or equivalent with a demonstrated safe driving record;
  • Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by knowledge of the City's solid waste, organics and recycling program and some related experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience;
  • Considerable experience or training and knowledge of the hazards and proper safety precautions applicable to the work;
  • Ability to perform routine tasks without direct supervision;
  • Ability to effectively communicate, verbal and written, and demonstrate excellent listening skills;
  • Ability to deal tactfully with the public in a courteous, professional and effective manner;
  • Ability to work cooperatively and amicably in a team environment with a safety first attitude;
  • Ability to work outdoors in a physically demanding role, in all types of weather conditions;
  • Ability to perform basic vehicle and equipment maintenance duties;
  • Ability to operate a variety of public works maintenance equipment;
  • Knowledge of the physical layout of White Rock considered an asset;

_Application Deadline:
Friday March 31, 2023, by 4:30pm _

_Recruitment_
_Reference:
__ 2023‐13_**
_Thank_
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_Only_
_selected_
_applicants_
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_contacted_

Education :
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience :
Experience an asset
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