Yard Attendant

Are you the type of person who prefers a dynamic, varied work day over sitting behind a desk all week? Then read on to see if this is the perfect position for you.

At Sooke Removal and Hauling, we operate a local disposal yard offering junk removal services as well as full-service bin rentals. We are an integral part of our local community infrastructure and our valued clients are not just customers to us, but also our friends and neighbours.

The average work day will consist of opening the yard, assisting customers with transactions, loading/unloading, and cleaning/sorting/organizing and salvaging material as necessary.

**Please note** **that this can be a physically demanding job at times**, and often requires hours of hard work and lifting, outdoors in the summer heat. As we have recently re-opened the yard (and are currently modifying the layout), there is also a backlog of work that needs to be completed quickly and efficiently. Please be certain before applying, that you are comfortable and able to lift heavy objects (repeatedly as necessary), sort/organize a variety of disposed materials and maintain an efficient and fast pace while doing so.

**Job Requirements**:

- Reliable, efficient, organized and hard-working
- Versatile and adaptable - Able to adjust to changing schedules and requirements, as needed, to complete tasks and overcome challenges
- Able to follow instructions and execute tasks efficiently, with attention to detail
- Excellent customer service skills and a willingness to assist our valued clients
- Excellent communication skills - able to take instructions and be directed as needed
- Physically fit - able to lift up to 50 lbs (as needed), not afraid of hard work
- Able to work outdoors and in a variety of weather conditions
- Detail oriented, self-motivated and able to take initiative as needed

**Daily duties will include**:

- Opening (and/or closing) the yard
- Assisting customers - weighing vehicles, quoting dump fees, assisting with unloading, cashing out
- Sorting and organizing material (wood, drywall, metal, etc.)
- Unloading/loading vehicles for customers and for transfer runs
- General yard upkeep, tidying and cleaning up
- Listing and labeling salvaged items for sale in our upcoming storefront (and online)
- starting at 8 or 10 am. Experience driving manual transmission vehicles or large trucks is also a plus.

**Position Details**:

- **Hiring Immediately** for Full-time (4-5 days/week), part-time (2-3 days/week), weekends and mornings

**Pay: $22/hour** **(After a 90 day probationary period - Immediate starting salary of $20/hr)**. Pay increases & opportunities to advance will be available in the future, based on performance

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 15 - 40 per week

Schedule:

- Evening shift
- Every Weekend
- Monday to Friday
- Morning shift

Application question(s):

- Are you able to lift (up to) 50lbs, repeatedly, as necessary?
- Are you comfortable working outdoors in a variety of weather conditions?
- This position often requires labour to be completed at a fast pace. Are you efficient with physical tasks and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment?

Work Location: In person