JOB ID #31160: Operator Waste

City Of Hamilton; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Hamilton is seeking an Operator Waste for a permanent full-time position. Responsibilities include operating various equipment for waste collection and maintaining municipal infrastructure. Ideal candidates should possess operator experience, a valid DZ driver’s license, and strong problem-solving skills. Join a dedicated team in a vibrant community committed to excellence.

Qualifications

• Requires experience operating machinery related to waste management.
• Ability to lift and move weights up to 23 Kg (50 lbs).
• Must have knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety legislation.

Responsibilities

• Operates and maintains equipment for waste collection and cleanliness programs.
• Performs laboring duties such as lifting and handling materials.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and reports mechanical issues.

Skills

Effective verbal and listening skills

Problem solving

Team building

Decision-making skills

Client service

Education

Education and relevant work experience

Valid Class 'DZ' Driver's License

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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• Job ID #31160: Operator Waste
• Union: CUPE 5167
• Job Description ID #: 6737
• Close date: Interested applicants please submit your application online at www.hamilton.ca/city-council/jobs-city by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday June 18, 2025.
• Duration: Permanent Full-Time
• Internal applicants should apply with your work e-mail address. External applicants are considered only after the internal posting process has been completed. Only applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.
  
  

OPERATOR (WASTE) - CUPE 5167

Summary Of Duties

Reports to Supervisors within the Waste Collection Section of the Waste Management Division. Performs labouring duties and operates various pieces of equipment for the maintenance of City sidewalks and infrastructure associated with the Downtown Cleanliness Program as well as the Alleyway Cleanliness Program throughout the City.

GENERAL DUTIES

Operates and maintains various pieces of equipment such as sidewalk sweepers, mechanical litter collectors, pickup truck and trailer, mechanical sidewalk power washing equipment, and associated implements relating to the Downtown Cleanliness Program and waste collections as well as garbage packers, (both rear packer and sideload type used for the collection of waste within designated alleyways), litter containers, etc. throughout the City. and associated implements relating to the Downtown Cleanliness Program and waste collections

Performsing labouring duties on a daily basis such as but not limited to: lifting, stooping, walking and handling of materials to assist in sidewalk/alleyway maintenance and waste collection services, graffiti removal, painting, etc.

Performs preventive maintenance on truck, drain air tanks, conducts daily pre and post trip inspections.

Report s any mechanical problems.

Unloads collected waste at pre-determined disposal sites.

Manually pick up and load garbage, bulk, organic waste and/or leaf and yard waste, litter, etc.

Picks up spilled refuse that may have occurred while collecting waste and litter containers.

Works outdoors through all weather conditions.

Assists collection truck driver to turn and back up truck by guiding and watching for traffic/pedestrians/obstructions.

Assists collection truck operator to unload packer truck when required at disposal site(s).

Cleans and disinfects compactor truck as scheduled and or required, including truck cab.

Operates hand tools and power tools with competence, such tools would include, but not limited to: shovels, brooms, rakes, picks, weedeaters, compressor, drills, skill and chop saws, leaf blowers, electric grinders, hand and power painting equipment, etc.

Performs minor preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.

Completes daily activity logs and various reports, as required.

Works in accordance with the provisions of applicable Health and Safety legislation and all City of Hamilton corporate and departmental policies and procedures related to Occupational Health and Safety.

Performs other duties as assigned which are directly related to the major responsibilities of the job including assisting Labourers and Waste Collection Operators when necessary.

Qualifications

• Previous operator experience and training related to duties listed above normally acquired by a combination of education and relevant work experience.
• Effective verbal and listening skills, problem solving, team building and decision-making skills.
• Good client service and public interaction skills to deal with the public in a positive, courteous and respectful manner.
• Must have excellent hand/eye coordination and have enough physical strength and ability to independently and repeatedly lift, move, pull, push bend, reach, grip, step, walk, drive, twist, climb, squat and carry objects weighing up to 23 Kg (50 lbs.) with an occasional requirement to lift up to 32 Kg (70 lbs.).
• Previous operator experience, training, and aAbility to operate and demonstrate ability to operate the required vehicles and equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Ability to work shifts, including weekends, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to comprehend and communicate, both written and verbally.
• Must be able to follow written instructions in performing a variety of tasks. Must be able to use simple arithmetic and complete daily reports or logs as required.
• Must be able to understand and follow detailed procedures, instructions and take direction.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation such as Occupational Health and Safety Act and Regulations including W.H.M.I.S. legislation, and Book 7 Traffic Control.
• Prepared to respond on occasions for emergency overtime duty.
• Must possess a valid Class "DZ" Driver’s License with a clean driver abstract.
  
  

SALARY: Salary Grade E Per hour

HOURS:40 per week

THE INCUMBENT SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL HEALTH AND SAFETY POLICIES AND PRACTICES FOR THIS POSITION AND THE WORKPLACE.

THIS POSITION REQUIRES A VALID AND CLEAN CLASS "DZ" DRIVER'S LICENCE AND PROOF THEREOF IS REQUIRED AFTER HIRE.

Disclaimer:

Be advised that Human Resources frequently audits resumes of internal/external applicants to ensure/validate information provided is consistent and trustworthy. Falsification of information provided at any time throughout the recruitment process may be grounds for disqualification, and for internal applicants, subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Terms:

The City is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes. Consistent with our Values and Corporate Culture Pillars, the City of Hamilton is committed to providing equitable treatment to all with respect to barrier-free employment and accommodation without discrimination. The City will provide accommodation for applicants in all aspects of the hiring process, up to the point of undue hardship. If you have an accommodation need, please contact Human Resources as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements.

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