Driver Helper/swamper Jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Driver Helper/Swamper
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About the role
Why Choose Us
We are Waste Connections of Canada, an integrated services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services to local residents and businesses throughout the U.S. and Canada. We’re proud to be a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. One where self-directed, empowered employees have our trust and full support to realize their potential as they strive to make a bigger and better impact on their communities and careers every day.
Schedule: Sunday-Thursday (Sundays 8:30am start, Monday-Thursday 5-6am start)
Pay: $27/hour
Responsibilities
Our priority is to make sure we hire safe pitchers that care about the service provided to the community. As a driver helper with us the minimum responsibilities are:
Assisting with the collection of solid waste by manually loading garbage, recycling, and yard waste into the truck on designated routes. Assisting the garbage truck driver with backing and other maneuvers Stepping on and off the garbage truck repeatedly throughout the day in a safe and efficient manner. Following route sheets and instructions from the driver or dispatcher to ensure all stops are serviced. Maintaining cleanliness around collection and dumping areas by picking up any spilled waste. Performing basic safety checks on equipment and reporting any issues to the driver or supervisor. Interacting professionally and courteously with customers when necessary. Performing other related duties as assigned by the driver or supervisor.
What We Need From You
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 lbs repeatedly and working in all weather conditions. Comfortable with repetitive motion, including walking, bending, lifting, and climbing. Strong teamwork and communication skills. Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic. Previous experience in waste collection or manual labor is an asset. Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements (e.g., physical test, background check, etc.). Must be able to pass all pre-employment requirements
What You’ll Get From Us
Competitive Wages Retirement Plan with company match; let us help you save for your future Benefits; Medical, Dental, Vision Perks, perks, perks! Employee Assistance Program, Scholarship Opportunities for kids, Employee Stock Purchase Plan Insurance: Life, Short Term/Long Term Disability
We thank all applicants for their interest but advise only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Waste Connections of Canada may use artificial intelligence to screen, assess or select applicants for its positions but final hiring decisions are made with human oversight.
Waste Connections of Canada is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions (including but not limited to hiring) are made without regard to characteristics protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance.
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About Waste Connections of Canada
Waste Connections of Canada (formerly Progressive Waste Solutions) is one of Canada’s largest full-service, vertically integrated waste management companies, providing non-hazardous solid waste collection, recycling and landfill disposal services to commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. In 2016, we merged with Waste Connections, Inc., becoming the third largest solid waste management company in North America with a network of operations in 39 states, six provinces and the District of Columbia.
At Waste Connections of Canada, we pride ourselves on our strong commitment to creating a more sustainable future. Our environmental practices and technologies provide benefits including: organized, timely and safe waste removal from residential and business communities; diversion of waste from our landfills through our recycling facilities; and energy capture of landfill gases for productive use.
Beyond meeting and exceeding regulatory expectations, we work constantly to identify best management practices that promote environmental sustainability. In all of our communities, this means engaging with regulators, engineers and industry experts to learn about and implement new waste management technologies.
On a daily basis, we help homes and businesses come up with smart solutions for all of their waste needs.