Driver Labourer - Solid Waste (up to 3)

City of Kingston; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Kingston is seeking a Waste Operations Worker to drive and operate recycling, organics and garbage vehicles, perform leaf and brush collections, and ensure safe, efficient waste handling.

You will meet a High School diploma requirement, 2 years’ experience, and hold a DZ license with a clean abstract; preference for experience as a driver labourer in waste collection. Pre-trip inspection tests apply, and the role supports a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years experience driving and operating commercial vehicles and performing labour intensive duties.
• Possess and maintain a valid DZ License, with a satisfactory driver’s abstract of no more than 3 demerit points.
• Preference given to candidates with experience as a driver labourer in the waste collection industry.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate, recycling, organic and garbage vehicles
• Collect, load and unload, leaf, brush, garbage, organics and recyclables
• Check, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment and report any malfunctions to the Supervisor
• Work in compliance with the Highway Traffic Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations in a safe and efficient manner, reporting any deficiencies, unsafe situations or conditions to the Supervisor
• Work in the spirit of team participation
• Perform varied tasks and duties within the Solid Waste Division as required

Skills

Driving heavy vehicles

Teamwork

Safety consciousness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsible for the operation of recycling, organic and garbage vehicles in a highly safety conscious manner

We keep Kingston clean and sustainable through efficient waste management. Our team oversees tasks like curbside collection, seasonal leaf and brush removal, and safe disposal of hazardous materials, protecting both residents and the environment.

What you'll do...

• Drive and operate, recycling, organic and garbage vehicles
• Collect, load and unload, leaf, brush, garbage, organics and recyclables
• Check, lubricate, refuel and clean equipment and report any malfunctions to the Supervisor
• Work in compliance with the Highway Traffic Act and the Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations in a safe and efficient manner, reporting any deficiencies, unsafe situations or conditions to the Supervisor
• Work in the spirit of team participation
• Perform varied tasks and duties within the Solid Waste Division as required

This position receives 4% in lieu of vacation + 13% in lieu of all benefits in addition to hourly rate of pay

• High School (Grade 12) diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years experience driving and operating commercial vehicles and performing labour intensive duties
• Possess and maintain a valid DZ License, with a satisfactory driver’s abstract of no more than 3 demerit points
• Preference will be provided to those candidates with experience as a driver labourer in the waste collection industry

Qualified candidates will be contacted and required to pass the associated written and driving tests in order to move onto the interview. As a condition of employment, all new hires will be required to complete the pre-trip inspection training and pass the pre-trip inspection testing within 30 working days of starting position

Must demonstrate corporate values of Belonging, Collaboration, Accountability, and Innovation

• Ability to perform the essential duties of the job
• Ability to work outside in inclement weather conditions
• Ability to operate equipment and machinery in a safe efficient manner
• Ability to interact with the public in a polite manner
• Ability to work Saturdays and/or Sundays following a statutory holiday
• Good and reasonable understanding of all Solid Waste activities and routes is an asset
• Hours of work; able to receive a call at 5:00 a.m. to report to work on same day
• Must be willing to work all and/or any shifts as required
• Proof of immunity to Tetanus and Hepatitis B may be required
• Must obtain and maintain a satisfactory criminal record check

Why us?

Join a team that’s building more than a city - we’re building a community where people thrive. At the City of Kingston, your work has real impact: safer streets, greener spaces, inclusive experiences, innovative transit, creative public spaces, and brighter futures for all.

We’re more than just a municipal government - we’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and community-builders who take pride in shaping the place we call home. As an employer, we’re committed to your growth, your well-being, and creating an environment where every voice counts. Your career is more than a job - it’s where your impact begins.

Why you’ll love it here…

We provide our employees with a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package, which may include extended health coverage, travel and life insurance, and long-term disability. Specific benefits can vary depending on your role and terms of employment.

In addition, employees may enjoy access to:

• OMERS defined pension plan
• Employee wellness and assistance programs and resources
• Ongoing training and education opportunities
• Corporate perks such as discounted transit and fitness passes
• Learning & development resources and networks
• Relocation assistance and local resources

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Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment and selection process to support a barrier-free experience for all candidates in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require any accommodations, please let us know. For more information, you can contact us at [e-mail] .

Thank you to everyone who applies. While we value each application, only those advancing in the recruitment process will be contacted. All personal information will be handled in compliance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA).

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Our commitment

The City of Kingston acknowledges that we are on the traditional homeland of the Anishinabek, Haudenosaunee, and the Huron-Wendat, and thanks these nations for their care and stewardship over this shared land.

Today, the City is committed to working with Indigenous peoples and all residents to pursue a united path of reconciliation.

Learn more about the City's reconciliation initiatives .