Company DescriptionThe County of Grande Prairie builds on its natural environment and the entrepreneurial spirit of its citizens to provide an unmatched quality of life and opportunity for all. We offer a collaborative and dynamic workplace where our values of Trustworthy, Transparent, Respectful, and Collaborative guide our conduct and contribute to a healthy culture.Job DescriptionWe are looking for a temporary full-time Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator. The Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator ensures waste is compacted as necessary and maintains the cleanliness and safety of the landfill to the standards set out in the associated approval. This position involves operating heavy machinery such as skid steer, loader, compactor, and dozer. Manual labour is also performed to maintain appearance of facility, separate materials, and service equipment. The Operator assists and educates customers in all areas of the Centre.Job Duties and Tasks:
Compact waste as necessary
Litter picking, mowing, tidying up in transfer station, shop, and general site as well as scale maintenance
Cover landfill face with soil using heavy equipment on site.
Maintain equipment (cleaning tracks on cat, greasing, etc.), help with services and equipment checklists
Snow removal
Ensure landfill is cleared of debris and other rubbish
Assist customers within the Centre. Includes recycling and recycling awareness, identification and separation of hazardous wastes, and providing assistance guiding customers to the appropriate disposal areas
Scale operation - weighing customer's loads in and out of the site
Qualifications
Class 5 Driver's License and clean abstract
Willingness and ability to work overtime when required
Previous landfill, transfer station or solid waste station experience would be an asset
Landfill Certification and/or Transfer Station Certification an asset
Willingness to cross train and learn all the functions at the landfill is required
Ability to operate heavy equipment
Ability to interact with waste haulers, members of the public, and co-workers effectively and courteously,
Ability to safely complete general labour duties (which may involve litter picking, lifting, sweeping, cleaning, shoveling)
Ability to undertake basic maintenance of equipment
Experience with MS Outlook and an ability to use computers
Acceptable Police Information Check required
Additional InformationWhat We Offer:The County of Grande Prairie provides a competitive compensation package.Work Schedule:This position is temporary full-time for 6 months with a possibility of extension, 40 hours per week on a two-week rotation (M,T,F, S & T,W,T,F) . Comprised of 10 hour shifts (8 am to 6 pm).Closing Date: September 4th, 2025.Pay Rate: $35.66 to $41.95.As part of the County of Grande Prairie’s commitment to provide a safe and healthy workplace, we encourage and support a scent-free environment.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.The County of Grande Prairie recognizes and values the principles of fair hiring practices. We are committed to a respectful and inclusive workplace and welcome applications from all qualified individuals. Should you require accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please contact and we will work with you to meet your needs.
This posting may be used for future vacancies or to fill more than one position
This posting may be open until a suitable candidate(s) is/are found.
Please note that once your application is complete, you will receive a confirmation email. If we require any additional information we will contact you. Due to the volume of applications received we can only answer questions at the interview stage.
