Labourer, Solid Waste

Requisition ID: 3916

Affiliation: CUPE Municipal

Position Type: Casual

Number of Openings: 3

Bi-weekly Working Hours: As Required

Department/Branch: Environmental Services, Solid Waste Services

Job Location: Fort McMurray

Pay Level: PL6

Rate: $ 42.36

COLA*: Bi-Weekly - $480

Posted (dd/mm/yyyy): 29/11/2025

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy): 14/12/2025

Posting Type: Internal and External

• COLA (Cost of Living Allowance) amount listed is based on full-time hours; COLA for casual positions will be prorated based on hours worked.

We strive to make our hiring process accessible to all candidates. If you require accommodation for the interview or any other part of the application process, please let us know.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

Step into a career that's grounded in action and driven by purpose. At the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, our Environmental Services team is at the heart of sustainability and safety. Whether you're operating advanced water treatment systems or managing solid waste and underground infrastructure, you'll play a vital role in protecting public health and the environment.

If you're ready to roll up your sleeves for a career that combines purpose, precision, and progress, we'd love to hear from you.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Under general supervision, perform manual labourer duties; clean and maintain all assigned areas/facilities, operate a variety of small equipment and perform general labour tasks in assigned department. Remain flexible to respond to the immediate needs of your area to increase overall effectiveness of operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain assigned areas using various small hand and power tools and equipment.
• Operate assigned equipment and light motorized vehicles such as small engine equipment, lawn tractors, implements, pick-up trucks, litter control equipment, and skid steers.
• Load, unload and deliver material and supplies.
• Perform clean up and minor maintenance duties in assigned facilities and grounds, in all weather conditions.
• Provide assistance to other departments when required.
• Assist with inspections if required by assigned area.
• Clean out manholes and sewer mains.
• Collect refuse in parks, playgrounds, and streets.
• Erect street signs.
• Dig holes and trenches.
• Direct traffic during street construction projects.
• Manually sweep sidewalks.
• Assist in the painting of street lines and crosswalks.
• Assist in the maintenance of wooden sidewalks, steps, fences, and guardrails.
• Assist in the maintenance of underground vaults, manholes and catch basins.
• Assist tradesmen in general building maintenance and construction.
• Ability to work shifts and weekends.
• Will perform various duties related to Winter Works Operations.
• If assigned at the Water or Wastewater Facilities the following will also apply:
• • Perform general labourer tasks related to and not limited to the repair and maintenance of all municipal treatment and collection facilities.

• Provide assistance to the treatment operation, septage inspections, bio-solids operation and maintenance trades.

• Perform basic fleet maintenance.

• Operate recycling equipment such as crushers, conveyors, loaders, hydraulic forklifts, etc.
• Coordinate activities related to hazardous waste collection and storage.
• May be required to respond to public inquiries in an effective manner.
• Occasionally will be required in coordinating Landfill operations under the direction of Landfill Attendant.
• Maintain daily records.
• Perform all other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Must communicate effectively and understand instruction and safety procedures.
• Must be able to demonstrate dependability and reliability.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of one (1) year related labourer experience is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Submission of a Criminal Record Check.
• A valid Class Five (5) Operator's License is required as incumbent may be required to operate a personal or municipal vehicle for business use on a regular basis.
• A valid Alberta Class three (3) driver's license is an asset.
• Must be willing to work outside in all conditions.
• Immunizations are strongly recommended for work in unsanitary conditions.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.

SAFETY:

As an employee of the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo, the incumbent is responsible and accountable for knowing and working in accordance with the Safety Policy. The incumbent must work in such a way as not to endanger himself/herself, fellow employees, or the public.

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Current employees must apply through the internal careers site.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those individuals

selected for interviews will be contacted. Late applications will not be accepted.