General Labourer

Job Title: Driver Helper (Curbside Loader) - Waste and Recycling Collection

Company Overview: Topps Environmental Solutions is a leading provider of comprehensive waste and environmental services in eastern Ontario. We serve nearly 30 thousand customers in residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal markets. At our company, we value safety, teamwork, and professionalism, and we are committed to providing our employees with the training and support they need to be successful.

Job Summary: The Driver Helper is a critical member of our Waste and Recycling Collection team. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting the Route Driver in the safe and efficient collection of Waste and/or Recyclable materials from residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers. You will work as part of a two-person crew and will be expected to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with the Route Driver to navigate routes and collect Waste and/or Recyclable materials from customers
- Safely lift and carry heavy items, including bags, cans, and bins, and transport them to the collection vehicle
- Operate equipment such as hand trucks, wheelbarrows, and shovels to facilitate the collection process
- Communicate effectively with customers and coworkers to ensure a smooth and efficient collection process
- Adhere to all safety procedures and protocols to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and others

**Requirements**:

- Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to lift and carry heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) on a regular basis
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Valid driver's license and a good driving record
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
- Willingness to work flexible hours and overtime as needed
- Previous experience in Waste and Recycling Collection is preferred but not required

Qualifications and Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.
- The Driver Helper is responsible for complying with all applicable safety regulations and requirements, including the Waste Management Safety and Life Critical Rules, Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and the Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations (COHSR). This includes working safely and following all established procedures to prevent accidents and injuries, as well as communicating any safety concerns to the Route Manager or Dispatch.
- Immediately reports all unsafe situations or service related issues to Route Manager or Dispatch.
- Attends and participates in all scheduled training programs, briefings, and meetings as required by Waste Management or directed by the Route Manager.
- Manually or mechanically load and empty residential and/or commercial containers into truck.
- Containers may be staged curbside, dockside, carryout, or require pullout to complete service.
- Operates hoisting device to lift and empty bins or containers into truck hopper.
- Assists driver with all backing maneuvers while on route.
- Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
- Notifies Route Manager or Dispatch of service interruptions including closed or impassable streets or alleyways, receptacles too heavy to service, or potential safety hazards.
- Communicates customer requests to Dispatch or Route Manager
- Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch and assisting other drivers as directed to meet customer needs.

Work Environment: Listed below are key points regarding the physical requirements, and work environment of the job. A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more than 35 pounds frequently.
- Requires pushing, pulling, bending, twisting and lifting up to 70 lbs.
- Normal setting for this job is outdoors and/or riding in a video/GPS monitored vehicle. Will be exposed to a physical environment, which involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements most of the workday

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

**Salary**: $18.00-$22.00 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Day shift

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay
- Commission pay
- Overtime pay
- Retention bonus
- Signing bonus
- Tips

Work Location: In person