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Landfill Summer Student Position Available

We are currently recruiting a for a Summer Student Landfill Attendant for the summer of 2025.

If you are currently enrolled in secondary school or a post-secondary program and will be returning to school in the fall of 2025, you are encouraged to apply!

Job description

Summer Landfill Attendant

This is a seasonal position that will run from June to the end of August with typical work hours on varying days throughout the week, including weekends (35 hours/week). Requires working Saturdays. This position has a $17.20/hour rate of pay.

Position Details

Assist the Landfill Attendant with the following:

  • Direct the public as to where waste is to be deposited within the landfill site area and provide assistance when required;
  • Maintain and operate the landfill site in accordance with the Environmental Compliance Approval issued by the MECP;
  • Ensure hazardous materials are handled according to Ministry guidelines;
  • Maintain accurate records of incoming loads, monies received, log summaries, collect tipping fees and issue receipts;
  • Inspect the site daily to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance;
  • Clean landfill premises and around recycling bins, fence and gate areas on a daily basis;
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • WHMIS Training;
  • First Aid Training considered an asset;
  • Any other related certificates would be considered an asset.

Questions

Please direct inquiries to Brittany McCaw, CAO/Treasurer at 705-448-2981 Ext. 429 or bmccaw@highlandseast.ca

How to apply

If you are interested in applying, applications clearly marked with "Summer Student - Landfill Attendant" may be submitted on or before 12:00 p.m on Friday, May 16, 2025, via mail, in person, fax or email. Interested applicants may submit their resume, in confidence to:

Brittany McCaw, CAO/Treasurer
Municipality of Highlands East
P.O. Box 295, 2249 Loop Road
Wilberforce, ON K0L 3C0
Fax: 705-448-2532
E-Mail: bmccaw@highlandseast.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Municipality of Highlands East is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants requiring accommodation are asked to contact the CAO/Treasurer. Applicant information is collected in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used to determine qualifications for employment with the Municipality of Highlands East. Questions about this collection should be directed to Brittany McCaw, CAO/Treasurer.