Refuse Collector II/III

At the City of Edmonton – City Operations, we strive to help our people achieve their professional and personal goals through an inclusive environment that values everyone’s contributions, appreciates the diversity of thought, fosters growth and provides continuous opportunities for development.

Use your expert driving skills and physical fitness to build your career! In this fast-paced job, you will provide the critical service of collecting refuse from the homes of Edmonton residents. Your success will be measured by your ability to achieve timely results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style. With a focus on the City of Edmonton’s Cultural Commitments to Safe, Helpful, Accountable, Integrated and Excellent, you will:

• Drive and manually load collection vehicle with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) up to 17,000 kilograms throughout the City
• Manually load residential refuse/recycling into the vehicle on your assigned routes
• Record weight, time and location on daily truck and timesheets
• Maintain positive customer service in the performance of all duties
• Operate hydraulic controls to compact refuse where applicable
• Review collection map for assigned area to ensure hot spots and trade waste locations are handled appropriately
• Report Bylaw infractions and vehicle defects to foremen
• Respond to complaints and inquiries from the public
• Maintain a clean and sanitary collection vehicle
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and follow regularly scheduled maintenance on collection vehicles
• Conduct work in a manner that complies with the requirements set out in the City’s Environmental Management System (EMS)
• Adhere to safety and environmental regulations and work procedures
• Assist other collectors in completing their routes as well as any open routes as directed

Qualifications :

• Completion of Grade 12
• Experience driving a tandem truck or single-axle units with a GVW rating of at least 17,000 kilograms or a combination of training and experience is an asset
• 1 year of labourer experience required
• Experience in waste collection or similar work requiring driving, physical labour and customer service is an asset
• Physically capable of sustained, heavy manual labour, including loading refuse/recycling material for prolonged periods (up to 10 hours per day), in adverse weather and road conditions
• Ability to drive a large collection vehicle while observing all safety precautions and vehicle handling techniques
• Ability to read and interpret route maps and dispatch notices
• Ability to complete assigned route that may consist of 600-800 homes (1-3 loads) of waste and 1400 homes (1-3 loads) of recycling
• Good interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to meet and deal with the public in a courteous and professional manner
• Demonstrated ability to achieve results in the context of a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style
• Ability to wear a face mask for an extended period of time
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s Licence, or provincial equivalent. Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit is a requirement of this position
• Possession of an Alberta Class 3 Drivers License & Air Brakes (Q) Endorsement is an asset
• Applicants will also be tested for their physical ability to perform the work required in this position through a Functional Ability Recruitment Evaluation (FARE) test
• Applicants may be tested for driving ability as well as physical ability to perform the work

The City of Edmonton is committed to inclusive, respectful and equitable workplaces that represent the communities we serve. We continuously improve our systems, policies and practices to remove barriers and ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourage you to apply. To learn more, see the Art of Inclusion: Our Diversity and Inclusion Framework here: https://bit.ly/3hd2d95

The City of Edmonton strives to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the application and selection process. If you would like to request an accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact [email protected].

COVID-19 Notice: The City of Edmonton has implemented a COVID 19-Vaccination Policy. Employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination. Employees who cannot be fully vaccinated on the basis of a protected legal ground (e.g. medical, religious) may request an exemption. Please note that this policy applies to all employees, including new hires, and volunteers. If your application is successful, you will be asked to provide proof of vaccination or request an exemption.

For more information, please refer to our COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (bit.ly/3lKwb6j) and COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure (bit.ly/39BICMt).

Up to 30 temporary full-time positions for a duration of up to 11 months

Hours of work: 40 hours per week, 10-hour shifts, Tuesday – Friday. Overtime work may be required during peak operational periods.

Salary: $31.097 – $32.819 (Hourly)

Talent Acquisition Consultant: AD/DC

    Classification Title :   Refuse Collector II/III Posting Date :   Mar 2, 2022 Closing Date :   Mar 9, 2022 11:59:00 PM (MST) Number of Openings (up to) :   30   –   Temporary   Full-time Union :   CUPE Local 30 Department :   Waste Services Work Location(s) :   Kennedale Operations East, 5721 128 Avenue       Edmonton   T5A 2E8