Recycling Depot Attendant at The Bailey Landfill

**Recycling Depot Attendant at the Bailey Landfill Chilliwack**

We are a dynamic, growth-oriented and safety-focused company. Our organization has been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for Waste and Recycling that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE) and WEConnect International.

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.

A Recycling Depot Attendant provides direction to the public for them to navigate the facility in a safe manner while properly recycling of their materials.

**What will you do?**
- Greet and direct customers upon entry to recycling depot as necessary
- Direct customers and members of the general public to unload materials quickly, safely, and efficiently in proper receptacles
- Communicate/educate customers on acceptable recyclable products.
- Correctly identify that materials delivered to recycling depot conform with site rules and restrictions
- Assist customers with alternative disposal or recycling options for unacceptable products (landfill or other depots)
- Provide all customers with outstanding customer service
- Monitor inventories and inform/arrange for pick-up
- Provide on-site traffic control as volume of incoming/outgoing traffic can be heavy
- Provide on-site litter control in order to maintain a safe environment
- Maintain a strong and open communication link with Emterra supervisor and other organizations (Subcontractors and landfill staff)
- Provide recommendations to improve efficiency, service levels and safety
- Perform other duties as assigned

**What will you bring?**
- Previous experience working at a recycling depot or knowledge of the current recycling program an asset, but not required
- Strong customer focus along with a calm demeanor during periods of high volume
- Excellent verbal communication skills and the ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural environment
- Must be able to work alone with mínimal supervision
- A willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift up to 25lbs
- Ability to problem solve
- A safe approach to all tasks and aspects of the job is a must.
- Must be pro-active and willing to learn
- A friendly personality combined with a “roll-up your sleeves and get it done” attitude

**Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group**
- Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s 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
- Employee discount programs
- Be part of an organization that wants to learn and grow
- Ability to have impact and make change

*** Work Schedule**:Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (Subject to change with overtime offered)

**Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our dedicated Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Specialists. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.