Recycling and Garbage Truck Driver/Loader- $27.61/hour

Emterra Group; Smiths Falls; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Emterra Group is seeking a Truck Loader to collect curbside materials from residential and commercial sites, lifting heavy loads and recording daily pickups. You will work in all weather, follow safety rules, and support efficient waste-collection operations.

The role emphasizes reliable attendance, teamwork, and the ability to pass background checks. Join a company recognized for its safety and community impact.

Qualifications

• Able to lift up to 50lbs.
• Strong work ethic and reliable attendance.
• Ability to operate required equipment safely.
• Excellent client service and communication skills.
• Able to read/write to log pickups daily.
• Willing to undergo background checks (MTO medical/drug test, criminal history, license verification).
• Punctual, dependable, team player.

Responsibilities

• Collect curbside materials from residential buildings and facilities.
• Pick up refuse in designated areas as needed.
• Maintain daily records of pickups.
• Perform repetitive tasks including heavy lifting (50lbs).
• Work in all weather conditions (hot, cold, rain or snow).
• Dispose of curbside collections per policies and procedures.
• Observe and follow safe work practices.

Skills

Lifting up to 50lbs

Strong work ethic

Operate equipment safely

Client service

Record pickups (write/read)

Background check (MTO medical/drug, &c

Punctuality & teamwork

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Job Summary

The Truck Loader is responsible for collecting curbside materials from residential and commercial locations and disposing of them according to company policies. This role involves performing repetitive tasks, including heavy lifting, maintaining daily records of pick-ups, and working in all weather conditions. The Truck Loader ensures safe work practices are consistently followed while supporting efficient and timely collection operations.

Position Description

• Collect curbside materials from residential buildings, and other facilities.
• Pick up refuse in other areas as required.
• Maintain daily records of pick-ups.
• Repetitive tasks including heavy lifting (50lbs).
• Perform duties in all-weather conditions (hot, cold, rain or snow).
• Dispose of curbside collections according to set policies and procedures.
• Observe safe work practices.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Strong work ethic and clean attendance record.
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner.
• Client service and public interaction skills at written and verbal.
• Ability to read and write to record pickups and maintain daily record.
• Able to successfully pass a background check consisting of an MTO medical/drug test, criminal history search, license verification, and employment confirmation.
• Punctual, dependable, team player.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
• Competitive wages!
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
• Ability to have an impact and make change!

EmterraGroup is committed tomaintainingan equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.

This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.