Waste Sorter

Discover your full potential. At Tetra Tech, we are collaborating with industry-leading experts for a sustainable future for our world. We combine consulting and engineering with advanced analytics and technology to solve the world's most complex challenges. Our innovation hubs across the globe will enable you to share ideas and best practices while growing your professional network. Wherever you are in your career journey, you will benefit from working with world-class engineers, scientists, and technical specialists.

Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion-dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in more than **550** locations around the world. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees — **27,000 associates** working together to provide smart, scalable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development.

Tetra Tech Canada Inc. is seeking individuals who are excited about waste diversion and reduction We are looking for **Waste Sorters** **to help characterize garbage from households and/or commercial properties across British Columbia. Waste Sorters will assist with collecting samples from various sources and sorting waste samples into identified categories. The categories are individually weighed and recorded. An orientation session and health and safety training will be provided.

This is a **short-term (temporary) hourly **position requiring about 40 hours of work per week (Monday through Friday with potential of Saturday work). These are tentative dates and may incur minor adjustments. Sorters will be paid **$22/hr **for the work, including training that will take place a week prior to the sorting dates.

If you have not done a waste composition study before, please review this video to get a sense of the work involved.

**Some of the Responsibilities you may have**:

- Physically collecting and sorting through selected waste samples into several individual categories.
- Sample weighing, data entry, recording observations, and taking photographs.
- Work outside in varied weather conditions, with the ability to stand, lift, bend, and twist for long periods of time.
- Own CSA Green Triangle certified steel-toed boots (minimum 6” ankle height) or be able to acquire them before your first day; other personal protective equipment will be provided (e.g., mask, high vis vest, and safety glasses).
- Experience doing physical labor in variable weather conditions and able to perform regular lifting safely (up to a maximum of 20 kg) over the course of a workday.
- Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion, practicing safe work methods.
- Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
- Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning (8 a.m.).
- Willingness to work independently and in a team environment.
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.

**Optional Experience/Qualifications**:

- British Columbia Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent.
- Experience with waste composition studies and audits, environmental data collection and/or other types of solid waste management work.

**What makes Tetra Tech a great place to work**:

- Benefits starting day one of employment. Competitive base salary.
- Eligible for overtime (calculated at 1.5 times) that can be banked or paid out, whatever you prefer. Some of our employees work a lot of hours during the busy times and then take extended time off.
- Hybrid work options when you are not in the field. We'll provide the technology for you to work remotely.
- Tetra Tech employs industry leading technical specialists across all environmental disciplines which promotes a strong mentorship environment and opportunity for technical growth.
- Tetra Tech supports life-long learning and provides an annual allowance for educational opportunities.
- You will be working with an amazing, very supportive team that takes a great amount of pride in our reputation and the phenomenal customer service we are known for.
- Tetra Tech is a global company with over 27,000 employees worldwide. By joining this team, you have access to this network of professionals, experience, opportunities, and corporate benefits (e.g., corporate discounts, stock purchase plan).
- Opportunity for advancement within our environmental group and within Tetra Tech globally.

**Additional Information**

A requirement of working for Tetra Tech is that you are at least 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship. (A copy of a valid work permit may be required.)

We offer a great place to work, and an engaging culture that is based on innovation, collaboration and integrity. Our compensation plan includes a competitive hourly rate and excellent opportunities for growth and advancement.

**About Tetra Tech**:
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