Labourer 1/Truck Driver - Solid Waste and Recycling

City of Burnaby; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the auxiliary role of Labourer 1/Truck Driver in Solid Waste and Recycling. This position requires physical stamina and teamwork, as you will be responsible for the collection of refuse and safe operation of sanitation vehicles. Ideal candidates will have experience in garbage collection and a valid BC Class 3 Driver’s License with an Air Brake Endorsement. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to delivering exceptional service to the community while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of garbage collection and recycling methods.
• Ability to work in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Collection of refuse, garbage, recycling, and food scraps.
• Safe operation of sanitation vehicles.
• Performing cleanup duties as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective Communication

Heavy Physical Work

Garbage Collection Experience

Education

High School Graduation

Tools

Sanitation Vehicles

Job description

Labourer 1/Truck Driver - Solid Waste and Recycling

Competition No: 2025-L1TD

Duration: Auxiliary

Salary: $32.91/ hour + 12% in lieu of benefits and $37.20/hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

Last Updated: 4/10/25

The goal of the City of Burnaby and its employees is to consistently deliver first class service and services to our community. With this in mind, we hire people who share the same passion, those with the drive and determination to grow with and contribute to our already exceptional team. People like you!
The Engineering Department is seeking qualified, hard-working, and team-oriented people to join the team as an auxiliary Labourer 1/Truck Driver – Solid Waste and Recycling. This is a dual role, at times performing routine manual work involving considerable physical effort and agility in the collection and disposal of garbage, recycling and green waste, and other times operating various sanitation vehicles in a skillful and safe manner.

The duties and responsibilities of staff working in the Solid Waste and Recycling division include, but are not restricted to:

• Collection of refuse, garbage, recycling, and food scraps/green waste
• Safe and skillful operation of various sanitation vehicles
• Litter pickup
• Working at the City’s Eco Centre
• Cleanup duties
• Performing related work as required.

Qualifications include up to high school graduation and knowledge and skill in the methods, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in garbage collection and recycling work. This position involves continuous heavy physical work in all weather conditions. Applicants are encouraged to highlight in their applications residential and commercial garbage collection and/or recycling experience. The ability to maintain a very high standard of work is critical for success in this role. Other desired attributes include excellent teamwork skills and the ability to communicate effectively, particularly when dealing with the public. A valid Driver’s License for the Province of British Columbia, Class 3 with Air Brake Endorsement, are required as well as a clean driver’s abstract.

Pay Rate:
Labourer 1 - $32.91/ hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)
Truck Driver – Solid Waste and Recycling - $37.20/hour + 12% in lieu of benefits (2024 Rates)

Location: Still Creek Works Yard

Hours of Work: This is an auxiliary position, and hours and shifts are dependent on operational requirements and are scheduled by the department on an as needed basis. Shifts may vary between the hours of 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday to Friday and may include occasional weekends between the hours of 7:45AM to 4:15PM.

Please apply online at www.burnaby.ca/careers. The closing date for this competition will remain open until all positions are filled.

The City of Burnaby acknowledges that we are on the ancestral and unceded homelands of the hən̓q̓əmin̓əm̓ and Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Sníchim speaking peoples, and we are grateful to be on this territory as we dedicate ourselves to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects our vibrant community and welcomes applicants of all backgrounds, genders, ages, ethnicities, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences.

Copies of relevant professional certificates, degrees, or tickets will be required at the time of the interview.

Please contact People and Culture at 604-294-7303 if you do not receive a confirmation email within one hour of submitting your application online.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted

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