Part-Time/Casual Landfill Attendants

About the role

The Township of St. Joseph is seeking reliable and customer-focused Landfill Attendants to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the municipal landfill site. The successful candidate will assist residents, contractors, and visitors with proper waste disposal, recycling practices, and site procedures while maintaining compliance with Ministry of the Environment requirements, municipal policies, and occupational health and safety standards. The Landfill Attendant plays an important role in supporting environmental stewardship and providing excellent public service to the community.

Responsibilities

• Open, monitor, and close the landfill site during operating hours.
• Greet and assist residents and contractors with proper waste and recycling disposal.
• Verify user eligibility and ensure compliance with landfill rules and regulations.
• Maintain site cleanliness, safety, and organization.
• Monitor recycling and waste collection areas and report service or maintenance needs.
• Complete required records and report issues, hazards, or concerns to the Public Works Superintendent and in accordance with Ministry standards.

Schedule

Landfill Attendants must be available to work weekends and the scheduled operating hours of the site.

Winter Hours (Mid-October to Mid-April): Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Summer Hours (Mid-April to Mid-October): Wednesdays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | Sundays: 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

The landfill is closed on all statutory holidays.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of waste management and recycling practices is an asset.
• Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, shoveling, raking, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Knowledge of workplace health and safety practices and WHMIS.
• First Aid and CPR certification considered an asset.

Pay & Benefits

• $18.73 - $21.27 per hour based on previous experience and qualifications.
• Optional participation in OMERS Pension Plan.

Additional details

• This posting is for two or more open vacancies.
• Canadian work experience is not a requirement for this position.
• Artificial intelligence (AI) is not used to screen, assess, or select applicants for this role.