Waste Spot Checker

Tetra Tech; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive and market-competitive-

Overtime is 1.5x

Hybrid culture with tools for remote/0

Flexibility and work/life balance

Collaborative team atmosphere

Learning and development opportunities

Job summary

Tetra Tech, Inc. is seeking Waste Spot Checkers to support our Solid Waste Management team in Saskatoon, SK. You will educate residents by spot checking recycling and green waste carts, recording observations on a tablet, and ensuring safety standards are met.

This short-term hourly role runs from November 10 to December 18, 2026, up to 28 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 6:30 am to noon. Compensation is $22/hr, with orientation and training provided.

Qualifications

• Interest in environmental and waste management issues.
• Own transportation to Saskatoon, SK sites; public transit may be available.
• CSA Green Triangle boots provided or to be acquired before start.
• Ability to work outside in varied weather and walk long distances.
• Safe lifting up to 10 kg and adherence to safety practices.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Visually check blue and green carts for contaminants.
• Enter data and observations on a tablet.
• Inform residents about waste management procedures when needed.
• Follow internal procedures, legislation and standards.
• Maintain safety and report incidents; contribute to team goals.

Skills

Verbal communication

Punctuality

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Flexibility

Able to start early

Tools

Tablet data entry

Job description

Tetra Tech is adding Waste Spot Checkers to our Solid Waste Management team based in Saskatoon, SK. Waste Spot Checkers will help educate residents by spot checking the recycling (blue) and the food and yard waste (green) carts for each house. Waste Spot Checkers will be looking for contamination in both carts and inputting the information in a tablet. An orientation session and health and safety training will be provided.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science™ to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

This is a short-term (temporary) hourly position requiring up to 28 hours of work per week from November 10 to December 18, 2026 for Monday to Friday from 6:30 am to noon (approximately). There is a potential work (hours) for meetings, administrative tasks, and field preparation. These are tentative dates and minor adjustments may occur. Checkers will be paid $22/hr for the work, including training that will take place a week prior to the start date. This position is on a shift basis depending on each individual’s schedule. Preference is given to staff available for more shifts, however special circumstances will be considered.

Your Role:

• Visually checking the blue and green carts for contaminant.
• Data entry and recording observations with a tablet.
• Potential interaction with residents to inform them of current waste management procedures.
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Qualifications:

• An understanding of and interest in current environmental and waste management issues.
• Be able to provide their own transportation to work sites in Saskatoon, SK. Some sites may be accessible by public transit.
• Own CSA Green Triangle certified steel-toed boots (minimum 6” ankle height) or be able to acquire them before your first day; other personal protective equipment will be provided (e.g., high-vis vest and safety glasses).
• Working outside in varied weather conditions, with the ability to walk long distances and for long periods of time.
• Be able to practice safe lifting techniques (up to a maximum of 10 kg) over the course of a workday.
• Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to interact with residents on a regular basis.
• Ability to exercise flexibility, good judgment, discretion while following safe work practices.
• Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
• Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning (6:30 am).
• Willingness to work in a team environment.
• Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent (optional).
• Experience with waste composition studies and audits, environmental data collection, and/or other types of solid waste management work (optional).

Application Deadline: Ongoing until spaces are filled. We are seeking to hire 3 Waste Spot Checkers. Contact us at [e-mail]

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
• Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
• We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

LinkedIn: @TetraTechCareers
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