Transfer Station Operator - Casual

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Pemberton; On-site; CAD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaizen Lab Inc. is seeking a casual Transfer Station Operator in British Columbia. The role focuses on safe, tidy operations and friendly customer support at the transfer station location.

Responsibilities include greeting users, inspecting items, handling payments, and supervising waste separation, hazardous materials, and site cleanliness throughout shift.

Qualifications

• First Aid certification is required.
• Training in solid waste management is required.
• Experience operating small equipment (forklift, mini-loader) preferred.
• Hazardous material handling knowledge is an asset.
• Refrigerant removal training is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Keep transfer station tidy and accessible to the public.
• Greet and direct users to dumping and recycling areas.
• Inspect items for prohibited waste.
• Take scale measurements upon entry/exit.
• Process cash/credit transactions for tipping fees where applicable.
• Assist customers using the Free Store and educate staff and customers.
• Manage bins and separation of recycling and garbage.

Skills

First Aid

Communication

Equipment operation

Team player

Physically fit

Driver's license

Safety conscious

Education

First Aid Certificate

Waste management training

Tools

Manual forklift

Mini-loader

Cardboard balers

Job description

Title:

Transfer Station Operator

Department:

Mines and Services

Status:

Casual

Wage:

$19.00 to $23.00 per hour

Reporting to:

Transfer Station Manager

Summary of Duties:

The Transfer Station Operator is responsible for ensuring the transfer station location is always operating in a safe and tidy manner while assisting customers in a friendly and professional manner.

Key Deliverables and Expectations:

• Ensure Transfer Station location and surrounding area are tidy and accessible to the public, including clearing debris, snow, and ice removal, and managing spills and airborne waste.
• Oversees the entire operation of the Transfer Station location, including but not limited to:
• Greet and direct users to proper dumping and recycling areas
• Inspect customer items for prohibited waste
• Take scale measurements upon customer entry and exit
• Accurately process cash and credit card transactions for applicable tipping fees
• Assist customers using the Free Store
• Secure food waste and garbage management
• Management of all bins and the proper separation of recycling and garbage
• Proper management of hazardous items
• Oversees the collection and delivery of materials as contracted at off site locations:
• Management of all bins and the proper separation of recycling and garbage, including but not limited to, The Lil’wat Chevron, and Hitching Post Motel
• Safe disposal of items as directed, including but not limited to, recyclable goods, contaminated products, and technology
• Operating of the compactor bins, food waste transfer bins, cardboard bailers, and mini-loader
• Safe removal of refrigerant and proper storage, following Refrigerant Recovery Technician training
• Traffic and vehicle flow management and cleanliness (free of debris or clutter) on roadways
• Cleaning of bins and daily site clean-up, maintaining a clean and tidy facility
• Data management and required record-keeping of recycling, garbage, and other waste
• Provides good customer service, clear instructions, and education for users
• Will assist customers with sorting materials.
• Follows all safety protocols and ensures safety is a key priority
• Performs ongoing site maintenance and general duties
• Perform other related duties as requested

Experience and Attributes:

• First Aid Certificate
• Training in solid waste management
• Previous experience with operating small equipment (manual forklift, compactor, mini loader) and hand tools
• Previous experience or understanding of hazardous material management
• Refrigerant Removal Training an asset
• Familiar with basic computer knowledge
• Strong communication skills - able to understand direction, able to communicate tasks, able to educate and share knowledge with staff and customers
• Physically fit and mobile, able to lift up to 50 lbs and be on feet all day, able to conduct manual labour, can work outside in variable conditions.
• Proven ability to work in a busy, fast-paced environment and manages stress effectively
• Able to prioritize daily tasks and can manage multiple priorities at a time
• Strong attention to safety and following all safety protocols
• Team player - willing to help team members
• BC Driver’s Licence and a Clear Driving Abstract is an Asset