Compost Labourer

**Working at Walker**

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

**About the Job**

We are looking for a Compost Labourer at our Walker Compost Facility location in Arthur, ON. The Compost Labourer will be assisting with property maintenance, such as snow removal and sanding in the winter months, picking plastic around the site and landscaping tasks such as cutting grass and mobile equipment washing. This is a full time position on the day shift (Monday-Friday, 6:00 am-2:30 pm), reporting to the Compost Shift Supervisor. The starting rate is $23.28/hour.

**What You’ll Be Doing**
- Cleanup of plastic and litter on and off site and disposing of waste in appropriate locations.
- Grounds care, cutting grass with weed trimmer or mower.
- Cleanup of floor surfaces and areas inside buildings using a variety of hand tools (brooms/shovels ,etc.)
- Inspecting received loads for contamination levels.
- Assisting staff with tasks at onsite ponds.
- Assisting with or performing mobile equipment washing and greasing.

**Here’s What You Need**
- Experience in agriculture, construction or outdoor labour is a strong asset.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Good communication and teamwork.
- Commitment to ensuring safe working conditions and environmental compliance.
- Other duties as assigned.

**What’s in it for you**
- You become part of a team you can count on
- A comprehensive total rewards package and benefits to support your wellbeing
- Leaders who support your growth and success
- A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
- Give back to your community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events