Site Attendant - Part Time

County of Simcoe; Stayner; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

County of Simcoe is seeking a Seasonal Solid Waste Attendant to assist at the Stayner site from late November to late April. The role involves operating weigh scales, handling tippage fees, and completing required documentation while maintaining a tidy site and providing courteous service to the public.

You will manage divertible materials, operate HHW depots, troubleshoot minor equipment and cash/debit machines, and support grounds maintenance as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent as per County policy.
• Good writing, mathematical and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer experience in a Windows environment.
• Courteous interaction with the public.
• Willingness to work Saturdays regularly.
• Valid G Class Driver's license and access to reliable vehicle.
• Criminal Records Check valid within six months at time of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate electronic weigh scales and collect tippage fees.
• Complete required landfill and transfer station documentation and logs.
• Deal with customers and contractors in a positive, courteous manner; resolve conflicts.
• Manage and remove contaminants from divertable materials.
• Operate HHW Depot; accept materials and bulk appropriately.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues with computer, debit/credit machines, or printer.
• Operate small equipment as trained (e.g., skid steer, lawn mower, weed eater).
• Direct customers to correct waste diversion areas.
• Maintain grounds and site cleanliness; assist with additional duties as needed.
• Comply with OH&S regulations and protect confidentiality.

Skills

Public interaction

Written communication

Oral communication

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Windows computer experience

Job description

Responsible for assisting with the overall operations of the Solid Waste Management site, including assisting public, completing required documentation, operating weigh scales, maintaining and keeping the site tidy and in order.

Shift: Monday & Saturdays

Seasonal Opportunity November 30, 2026 - April 24, 2027

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (not listed in order of priority)

1.Operation of electronic weigh scales - assessment and collection of tippage fees.

2.Completion of all required landfill and transfer station documentation, compost logs, daily disposal sheets etc.

4.Deal effectively and professionally with customers and contractors in a positive and courteous manner, including conflict resolution.

5.Manage and remove contaminants from divertable materials.

6.Operation of Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Depot including accepting materials from customers, placing material and/or bulking materials appropriately within the HHW depot.

7.Operate computer, scales and debit/credit machines. Troubleshoot and solve technical problems (i.e. computer, debit or printer).

8.Ability to operate small equipment (i.e. skid steer, lawn mower, weed eater, tire de-rimmer, snow blower).

9.Directing customers to place incoming waste material in appropriate diversion areas on site.

10.Maintenance, clean-up, and packaging of all diversion areas including but not limited to clean wood, contaminated wood, brush, compost, metal, tires, drywall, shingles, blue box materials/cardboard, HHW and electronics, mattresses and organics.

11.Grounds maintenance and clean-up, other duties as assigned (i.e. grass cutting, litter picking, snow removal), including redeployment in emergency situations .

12.Comply with provincial and County occupational health and safety legislation, regulations, policies and procedures.

13.Maintain confidentiality in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

CORPORATE COMPETENCIES

Has knowledge of and demonstrated ability in our corporate competencies:

• Acts with the Customer in Mind
• Ensures Accountability
• Continuously Seeks to Improve Work Processes
• Collaborates
• Communicates with Impact
• Is Resilient

EDUCATION, TECHNICAL SKILLS AND CERTIFICATION

• High school diploma. This job may be considered for educational equivalency in accordance with County Policy.
• Good writing, mathematical and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer experience in a Windows environment would be an asset.
• Must be able to deal with public in a courteous manner.
• Must be able/willing to work Saturdays regularly.
• Valid G Class Driver's license and access to reliable vehicle. Must provide own transportation to and from site(s).
• Criminal Records Check that is less than six (6) months old at time of hire.

EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of waste management facilities and practices.
• Experience in dealing with public.

EFFORT

• Ability to lift up to 20 kgs.
• Walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting, climbing, carrying and/or pulling of items.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Frequent exposure to inclement weather, garbage, noise, foul odors, extreme temperatures, dust, dirt, etc.

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Salary Grade

$28.91 - $30.03

Union

The County of Simcoe thanks all applicants for their interest in this opportunity, but please note that only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information provided is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act (2001) and will be used to determine eligibility for employment.