Job Description
City Of Kenora
Environmental Division
Full Time Garbage Truck Driver
Kenora provides a high quality of life for residents and unforgettable experiences for visitors by celebrating and embracing the community’s rich heritage, diversity, and natural environment.
The employees of the City of Kenora deliver quality, cost-effective Municipal services. As a team of valued employees, taking pride and ownership in all that we do, we will exceed expectations.
The Garbage Truck Driver will be responsible for the collection of residential and commercial waste and recycling materials in the Kenora area. The incumbent will ensure that waste and recycling is safely transported and disposed of at the Transfer Station or landfill. You will also make special collections as required.
Qualifications:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Must possess and maintain a clean valid ‘DZ’ Class Ontario Driver’s License. Must provide a clean driving record at time of application. Preference will be given to those with an ‘AZ’ Licence
- Minimum three (3) years’ experience operating trucks in an urban setting
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100lbs
- Ability to perform repetitive lifting and twisting for extended periods of time
- Knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures used in solid waste activities
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills with a proven focus on service delivery
- Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations specifically concerning the requirements for job hazard analysis and the development of and training on safe work procedures
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, coworkers, members of the public and other partners in service
Salary & benefits: Benefits in accordance with Collective Agreement.
Salary: $ 26.87/hr.
Qualified applicants are invited to submit a cover letter and current resume online through Indeed or in person to:
Human Resources | City of Kenora
1 Main St. S, Kenora, ON P9N 3X2
The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.
We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $26.87 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Kenora, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Licence/Certification:
Work Location: In person
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