Solid Waste Collection Operator - City of Toronto, Toronto

The Opportunity

The City of Toronto is inviting applications for Solid Waste Collection Operators to join its award-winning Toronto Public Service within the Solid Waste Management Services Division. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the world's most liveable cities by ensuring efficient and safe solid waste management. If you are looking for City of Toronto jobs in TORONTO that involve hands-on work and operating essential equipment, this role is for you. As a key operator, you will be responsible for the collection of various waste materials, playing a vital part in maintaining Toronto's urban environment.

This full-time temporary role offers a competitive hourly rate and a rotating schedule, contributing to the essential services that support Toronto's diverse population of approximately 2.8 million people. We are building a talent pool for upcoming vacancies, making this an excellent chance to start your career with the City of Toronto.

Key Qualifications

To be considered for this Solid Waste Collection Operator position, your application must clearly demonstrate the following requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Province of Ontario, Class “D” Driver’s License with “Z” endorsement and must qualify for the City’s equipment operating permits and requirements.
• Must be familiar with requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations for the safe performance of his/her duties and responsibilities or capable of obtaining familiarity of same.
• Must possess and be able to maintain as appropriate, any valid Province of Ontario requirements to operate mechanized equipment.
• Good driving record and familiarity with location of major city streets.
• May be required to do shift work in conformance with the Collective Agreement.
• Ability to use or learn to use various technical devices related to the position.
• Ability to deal courteously with the public.
• Ability to communicate in relation to their job duties.
• Must be physically capable of performing required duties (accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under the City’s Employment Accommodation Policy and the Joint Modified Work Program in the Collective Agreement) and able to work in all weather conditions.

Major Responsibilities

As a Solid Waste Collection Operator, your primary duties will involve operating various vehicles and equipment to manage waste collection across Toronto. Key responsibilities include:

• Operates a wide variety of collection vehicles and equipment independently or with a crew member.
• Moves carts/bags to the truck and uses appropriate mechanisms to dump or manually lift onto the truck.
• Operates mechanical equipment attached to vehicles/equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Lifts and loads garbage, recyclable materials, organics, organic yard waste and special pick up items such as household appliances, discarded furniture, wood, carpet and electronics.
• Places empty carts and containers back to the set out location in a tidy manner.
• Assists operator by signaling vehicle which is being maneuvered or backed up when on a two person crew.
• Drives vehicle to designated disposal facilities and unloads all materials in accordance with requirements of facility operator.
• Performs Daily Pre-Trip Inspection Report (Circle Check); identifies and reports vehicle and equipment malfunctions; maintains vehicle and equipment in a clean and tidy condition.
• Completes reports (e.g., Driver’s Collision/Incident Report) related to assigned duties and responsibilities.
• Operates 2-way radio or mobile phone.
• Performs other duties at this wage grade level or lower such as labouring type duties, maintenance and cleaning activities when not operating assigned vehicle or equipment.
• Performs work in a safe, efficient and courteous manner.

About the Employer

The City of Toronto is Canada’s largest city and the fourth largest in North America, serving a diverse population of approximately 2.8 million people. Consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable cities, Toronto is a global centre for business, finance, arts, and culture. Joining the City of Toronto means becoming part of an award-winning public service dedicated to creating an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the residents it serves.

The City is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process as required.