WASTE COLLECTION OPERATOR (1 Position)
Reporting to: Public Works Supervisor
Department: Public Works
Classification: PERMANENT Full Time; Unionized
Salary Range: $31.80/hour as per Schedule “A”
Hours of Work: As per CA.
Starting Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: No later than 4:00 p.m. February 18, 2025
Why City of Woodstock?
Known as the Friendly-City, Woodstock is located in the heart of Oxford County and blends big city conveniences with a small-town feel. With a growing population of over 45,000 welcoming citizens, Woodstock residents place high value on our small-town atmosphere, while enjoying urban amenities. The city is a great place to call home with amazing parks and trails, fantastic amenities as well as wonderful arts and cultural facilities.
When you work for the City, you get to be part of an incredible team of dedicated people with a range of skills and experiences to share. Our team works together to help build a strong, connected community where people have access to the services they need, while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle.
Responsibilities:
1. Simultaneously collect solid waste and operate waste collection vehicles.
2. Collect solid waste from individual properties throughout the City.
3. Manually lift solid waste into the waste collection vehicle.
4. Operate attached hydraulic lift for waste collection.
5. Adhere to the City of Woodstock’s safe operating policies and procedures and wear all necessary PPE.
6. Drive a single or two-person waste collection vehicle following a preset route.
7. Observe Highway Traffic Act and municipal by-law regulations.
8. Transport and empty truck as directed.
9. Perform daily inspections as regulated by the MTO.
10. Maintain fuel levels before end of shift.
11. Maintain the appearance of the assigned vehicle.
12. Complete a daily timecard detailing hours worked, equipment used, mileage on the truck, and operator's driving log.
13. Report any damages or repairs required for assigned equipment.
14. Report any contravention of any of the City of Woodstock’s policies, procedures, and bylaws.
15. Perform all duties and responsibilities associated with Winter Operations.
16. Maintain good relations with the public while comments are received on route.
17. Work with minimal supervision.
18. Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.
Qualifications:
1. Grade 10 or equivalent and/or relevant experience will be considered.
2. Valid Class “DZ” Driver’s License and good driving history.
3. Standard First Aid/CPR certification.
4. Experience operating a wide variety of heavy equipment is an asset.
5. Training with MTO Book 7 for Temporary Conditions, and proven knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and other applicable legislation is an asset.
Working Conditions:
Subject to working in all weather conditions. Works in dirty conditions and is required to do heavy lifting. Subject to shift work and overtime as required.
Application Process:
The City of Woodstock is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. We embrace equity, diversity, justice, inclusion and belonging and we’re committed to building a team that represents many backgrounds, perspectives and skills, representative of the communities we serve.
If this sounds like an environment in which you would like to work, apply here today! We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can provide different perspectives and contribute to a further diversification of ideas.
Please note: Immediate family members, as per City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy, shall not be employed in the City of Woodstock in any capacity under certain circumstances. A conflict of interest must be declared to the Director of Human Resources as outlined in the City of Woodstock Nepotism Policy.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, the City of Woodstock will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities.
We invite all qualified applicants to submit their resume and cover letter via online at http://careers.cityofwoodstock.ca. We thank all candidates who apply but advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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