Solid Waste Services Collections Student
Wellington County consistently ranks as one of the safest communities in Canada and is home to vibrant economies, active and inclusive communities, and beautiful landscapes.
We are committed to building and maintaining a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace that is representative of the community we proudly serve. The County is looking for individuals who are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others and share the County’s values. We value applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences, and competencies, and are looking forward to welcoming new members to our talented team.
The County offers a generous compensation, benefits and pension package. We also offer ongoing career and development opportunities to our employees, with a commitment to health and well-being.
Posting ID: 1625
Department: Engineering Services
Division: Solid Waste Services
Position Type: Student; to be eligible for a student position, the applicant must be enrolled in a secondary school, college, or university programme, in a full-time capacity for the fall semester.
Work Hours: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week: regular schedule is 8:00 am - 3:30 pm onsite/in-person; flexibility of hours may be required. This student position is available from early May until the end of August.
Work Location: Elora Transfer Station - the County of Wellington is an employer that believes in providing service onsite.
Vacancies: 1
Application Deadline: 01/31/2025
BASIC FUNCTION
Reporting to the Collections Supervisor, the Collection Operations student will assist SWS Operations and evaluate collections issues such as customer participation and satisfaction.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- On-going monitoring of set-out and participation levels in various urban/rural areas and municipalities and entering data into spreadsheet or database.
- Updating cart customer inventory records through site visits and entering information into spreadsheet.
- Blue box inspections for contamination to identify problem materials for communication/education opportunities and meet with residents to educate on proper recycling.
- Evaluation of customer satisfaction with regard to collection services.
- Monitoring and evaluation of potential gold box winners.
- Maintain and update list of road construction areas that impact curbside collection routes.
- Maintain and update list of new housing developments and deliver blue boxes and educational materials once development is completed to the satisfaction of the Supervisor in order to provide curbside collection of waste and recyclable materials.
- Verify and update the number of curbside ICI stops.
- Assist in delivery of but not limited to: Blue boxes, recycling carts, Composters, user pay bags and educational materials, and be available to answer question or inquiries from residents and or building representatives.
- Visit and effectively communicate changes to the blue box programme with the business community.
- Assist in a variety of site operations as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Enrollment in a secondary school, college or university programme, in a full-time capacity for the fall semester.
- Good oral communication and listening skills.
- Ability to converse with and answer questions from the public.
- Valid G2 Driver’s License and a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract are required.
Pay Range: $19.00 - $20.00 (2025 Student Compensation Grid)
Pension: As a non-full-time (NFT) employee of an OMERS employer, you are eligible to elect to join the OMERS Pension Plan at any time. Enrollment in OMERS is voluntary.
Vacation: Paid out on each pay at the rate of six percent.
Mileage: If applicable, as per CRA allowances.
The County of Wellington is committed to providing inclusive access and accommodations for disabilities throughout the application and selection process. We are continuously working to improve our systems, policies, and practices to ensure our employees, in all their diversity, can succeed. Should you require accommodation for a disability through the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Personal information is collected pursuant to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and will be used only to evaluate the suitability of applicants for employment.