Landfill Attendant

The County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.

The Municipal Utilities department is looking for a full-time temporary Landfill Attendant to assist with the day-to-day running of the Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management.

TYPICAL DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Assist the Recycling Coordinator in maintaining records, reporting, and tracking of the County recycling, Alberta Recycling Management Authority, and any other recycling program supported by the County, and work with contractors to collect recycled product streams.
• Identification of recycled products, household hazardous waste, sorting, separation, and packaging of recycled products for transport.
• Assisting customers with recycling information and proper use of transfer station areas.
• Assist in coordination, planning, and participation of County sponsored community and recycling events.
• Assisting customers with recycling information and proper use of transfer station areas.
• Equipment operation (skid steer, tool cat).
• Maintaining the landfill facilities and grounds.
• Spotting loads and educating users.

• A valid Class 5 driver's license
• Clean criminal records check and driver's abstract
• Previous landfill experience is an asset
• Farm machinery and/or equipment operation is an asset.
• Ability to effectively and courteously interact with waste haulers, the public and co-workers
• Willing and able to undertake labour (lifting, sweeping, cleaning, shoveling)
• Landfill and/or Transfer Station Certification considered an asset.

Term: This is a long term full-time temporary role starts from May 2024 to cover a maternity leave (end of contract for this role is being decided).

Work Schedule:

This full-time, temporary position entails a 40-hour work week. This role also qualifies for benefits.

This posting will be open until April 21st 11.59 pm MST.

Hourly Pay: $32.81 to $38.60.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact hr@countygp.ab.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs.

• This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
• This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.

Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.