Waste Operations Assistant

3 weeks ago

Markham, Canada City of Markham Full time

The City of Markham is proud to be recognized for the 4th consecutive year as one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes and Statista Inc. In 2024, the City of Markham is ranked the top city in Ontario and in the top 10 for Government Services. The recipient of multiple environmental awards, we are recognized for our innovative sustainability and urban planning initiatives as well as our fiscal accountability. More than 357,000 residents call Markham home and benefit from our rich heritage, culturally diverse environment, vibrant local economy and focus on quality of life.

Applications are now being accepted for a temporary full-time Waste Operations Assistant position. If interested, please submit your cover letter and resume on-line by **February 7, 2024**.**

**Job Summary**

Reporting to the Supervisor of Waste Operations, the position supports the day-to-day operation of Markham’s recycling and waste collection programs as well as the City’s four recycling depots. The position assists with customer service delivery and resolves collection/compliance issues, tracks inventory of containers/supplies and coordinates container drop-offs/attends pre-service inspections for new developments. The position also assists with community events and site inspections.

**Key Duties and Responsibilities**
- Assists with customer service and collection/compliance issues, inspections, and supports operations of the City’s four recycling depots.
- Tracks container and supply inventory, coordinates delivery to the City’s four recycling depots and other locations as needed. Informs supervisor of inventory status.
- Coordinates delivery of new recycling containers to new development. Meets with collection contractor at new curbside and multi-residential locations to assess developments and initiate public waste collection.
- Performs monthly Health & Safety inspections at Recycling Depots and storage sheds. Strictly follows Health & Safety procedures and policies.
- Assist with community events.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Minimum Requirements**
- Secondary School Diploma or equivalent.
- Related post-secondary education would be an asset.
- Minimum one year work experience preferably in waste management operations.
- Valid class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s licence. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a satisfactory driver’s abstract (No demerit points plus no more than 2 infractions - max of one moving and one non-moving conviction)

**Core Behaviours**
- ** Service Excellence**: Meets or exceeds service standards when interacting with customers in the community and in the organization.
- ** Change & Innovation**: Responds positively and professionally to change and helps others through change.
- ** Teamwork & Relationship Building**: Interacts with others in an inclusive, collaborative and respectful way that creates effective working relationships.
- ** Communication**: Communicates in a clear, professional and respectful way; demonstrates active listening.
- ** Accountable & Results Oriented**: Demonstrates ethical behaviour and accountability, aligns with City values, and abides by relevant policies and legislation.
- ** Management & Leadership**:Demonstrates self-management, professionalism and engagement; leads by example.

The City of Markham is committed to inclusive, accessible, and barrier free employment practices and to creating a workplace that reflects and supports the diversity of the community we serve. Please let us know if you require an accommodation and we will work with you to ensure a barrier free hiring process.

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