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Term Appointment - Landfill Attendant

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Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver's Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver's Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”.

Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.

Position Details

Posting Information

Posting Number	CK53276P
Position Title	Term Appointment - Landfill Attendant
No. of Staff Required	2
Position Type	Term
If Term position, enter length of Term in months	6
Position Groups	CUPE Civic
Division	Infrastructure (DV220)
Department	Utility Services (DP213)
Branch	Solid Waste (BR183)

Organizational Information

Purpose of your Position - Non Union
Classification Summary - Union	The Landfill Attendant oversees the activities of the landfill public use areas, performs various maintenance/operational functions, and provides information and regulations to the public concerning solid waste disposal and recycling.
Duties - Union	Identifies material in incoming loads and directs the vehicles to the appropriate areas of the landfill site for load dumping, based on waste type. Sorts recyclable materials by category and moves materials to the appropriate area. Performs traffic control to maintain a safe site; closes and opens areas around heavy equipment use. Operates vehicles, basic landfill machinery (e.g. sprayer, etc.); loads compost onto public vehicles using a tractor with bucket loader. Digs ditches and maintains the leachate collection system ensuring screens are clean in the sludge composting area; assists Technician in manual duties related to the landfill methane gas management program (e.g. hooks up lines, changes filters). Performs routine maintenance, minor repairs, and lubrication of equipment /vehicles. uses various hand and power tools. Cleans premises and vehicles; performs litter control; waters compost site materials. Mixes cover material and applies to the landfill face to minimize wind -blown litter. Responds to small fire flare – ups and suppresses or controls fires using a water cannon until the Fire Department arrives. Trains new Landfill Attendant staff. Receives and responds to enquiries and complaints from the public and provides general information regarding landfill regulations, standards and procedures to commercial haulers and the general public. Performs the primary “relief” duties for the Landfill Scale Operator, including weighing incoming and outgoing vehicles on the scale, inputting data into the computer, processing payment transactions (receiving cash or processing a charge).
Results and Activities - Non union
Credentials - Union	High school graduation or equivalent BC Driver’s License – Class 5
Knowledge - Non Union
Skills & Abilities - Non Union
Competencies	Teamwork Flexibility Service Excellence Conflict resolution Bondable/cash handling

Posting Text

Physical Demands	Ability to work well unsupervised and in team setting. Outside physical labour, (pushing, pulling, lifting, carrying, sweeping, weed whacking, etc.) working on feet all day and exposure to elements. Computer usage.
Special Instructions to Applicant	Please ensure that you have a resume and Driver’s Abstract to attach, as these are required documents when applying to this posting. If you do not currently possess a Driver’s Licence, or are waiting to receive a Driver’s Abstract, you are still eligible to apply. Please upload a word document stating “Driver’s Abstract is on order” or “Do not possess a Driver’s Licence”. Positions that become vacant within the same classification may be filled as a result of this posting if the vacancy occurs within 30 days of closing.
Additional Hiring Information
Pay Rate	$32.41 per hour plus 14% in lieu of benefits, vacation and statutory holidays
Posting Date	04/24/2024
Closing Date	05/07/2024
Days of Work	Varies, rotational shifts and holiday coverage
Standard Hours per Day	10
Hours of Work	Sunday through Wednesday from 7am to 5:30 pm. May change
Work Location	GLENMORE LANDFILL
Specify Work Location	Landfill Site

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

Resume
Driver's Abstract

Optional Documents

Cover Letter
References
Other Document 1
Other Document 2
Other Document 3
Other Document 4
Staff Scholarship Application Education Information

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* How many years of experience do you have performing general labour duties?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
* How many years of experience do you have with front line customer service (which includes providing services and/or taking questions and providing answers to public enquiries)?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 3 years
- 3 to 5 years
- More than 5 years
* How many years of experience do you have running and maintaining small gas powered equipment (string trimmer, lawn mower, etc.)?
- None
- Less than 1 year
- 1 to 2 years
- More than 2 years
* Are you able to perform physically strenuous activities outside during inclement weather?
- Yes
- No
* They landfill is open 7 days week. Are you able to work weekends and holidays?
- Yes
- No
* What level of proficiency do you have using the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel and Power Point?
- No experience
- Basic
- Intermediate
- Advanced
- Expert
* Which BC Driver's Licence class do you currently hold?
- None
- Class 7 (N)
- Class 5
- Class 5 (with Air Brake endorsement)
- Class 3 (with Air Brake endorsement)
- Class 1 (with Air Brake endorsement)
- I have a Driver's Licence from out of province
- Other