Recycling and Waste Attendant

3 weeks ago

Port Kells, Canada Emterra Group Full time

If you have a passion for the green economy and are a customer-focused individual, interested in joining a dynamic family-owned entrepreneurial organization where you can make a difference, then look no further We are looking for an individual who shares our passion for the green economy, and who strives for excellence in customer service while working within a team environment in providing an essential service.

Emterra operates four of the larger Metro Vancouver Recycling and Waste Centres that are located throughout the Lower Mainland. These facilities receive large volumes of waste that is consolidated and shipped to various destinations in North America. Each facility contains comprehensive recycling depots that divert materials away from disposal and into the green economy.

The Recycling and Waste Centre Attendant is part of a team that provides recycling options for a vast array of materials. In addition, Attendants provide direction to the general public and commercial traffic in order for them to navigate the facility in a safe manner while properly recycling or disposing of their materials.

**Schedule: Monday to Friday 5:00pm to 1:30am**

**What will you do?**
- Bring the ability to work safely mainly within a team environment.
- Participate in training in order to complete the required tasks of the role
- Provide essential recycling services and knowledge to the community in which the facility serves.
- Under the direction of the Site Supervisor, be part of a team that ensures the Recycling and Waste Centre meets all requirements from Metro Vancouver, regulatory bodies and Company expectations;
- Load Truck and clean and service the compactors and insuring the sites are clear.
- Ensure outbound solid waste and recyclable materials, meet disposal/recycle facility specifications
- Work with the Site Supervisor and the rest of the crew to monitor and manage onsite inventories of all materials in order to ensure compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements;
- Provide excellent communication to the customers that utilize the facility, which includes the general public and commercial customers alike. This may include traffic control at the site.
- Help train newly hired personnel on operations, specifications for outbound materials and safety procedures;
- Provide recommendations to improve efficiency, service levels and safety;
- Perform other duties as assigned.

**What will you bring?**
- Minimum 2-3 years previous experience in a role preferably in a customer service-oriented environment;
- Experience operating the compactor and forklift is an asset;
- The ability to work mainly outside either in the recycling depots or in and around the transfer station building.
- A passion to be involved in the green economy, and to provide an essential service to the communities in which we reside.
- A safe approach to all tasks and aspects of the job is a must.
- Must be pro-active and willing to learn;
- Must have good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written;
- A friendly personality combined with a roll-up your sleeves and get it done attitude
- A good sense of humour is considered an asset and is necessary.

**Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group**
- Opportunity to be part of one of Canada Greenest Employers
- Competitive wages and annual wage increases
- Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)
- Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company
- Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support
- Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow
- Ability to have impact and make change
- Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status._

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