Transfer Station Attendant – Seasonal

Position Summary
Reporting to the Environmental Services Coordinator, the Transfer Station Attendant is responsible for the day-to-day operation and monitoring of the Solid Waste Transfer Station.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Post-secondary diploma preferred.
• Applicants must have reliable transportation and will be required to work on weekdays and weekends through the summer.
• Possess and maintain a valid Ontario Class “G” Driver’s Licence and Pleasure Craft Operating Licence an asset.
Position Description
• Responsible for the security of the Transfer Station site. This includes unlocking and locking the gate and operating any security measures in place.
• Maintain a record of all people using the station. This record will serve to track overall usage, time of influx, as well as to enforce policies.
• Collect user fees from rate payers and contractors who have construction and demolition material, or large items. Secure these funds at the end of each day according to the policy developed by the Administration office.
• Assist all persons using the station in proper disposal of their waste. Answer questions on the recycling program and provide handouts if requested.
• Correctly dispose of waste at the Station.
• Ensure lidded bins are properly closed at the end of each day.
• Ensure the site is safe and tidy at the end of each day.
• Maintain the site in a safe and clean state. Rake and /or litter pick-up as necessary, properly dispose of all waste left lying around the site.
• Inspection of the facility per shift, for refuse, obstacles, maintenance concerns etc. Take appropriate action to keep site clean and safe.
• Change the fire rating sign as per Supervisor’s instructions.
• Attendant required to attend The Township of The Archipelago training and Orientation Sessions. Use this training to identify, separate and properly dispose of any potentially hazardous or prohibited waste that is dropped off at the station.
• Maintain confidentiality of all records and files, unless, the release of specific information is authorized by the Supervisor.
• Conduct all other relevant duties as requested by the Supervisor.
• Operate in a safe manner and comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements and township safety policies.

Salary
Ranges from $21.43 to $25.07

Apply to:
Human Resources Department
Township of The Archipelago
9 James Street
Parry Sound, ON P2A 1T4
jobposting@thearchipelago.ca