Job Description
Requisition ID: 46310
Organization
Vancouver is consistently ranked as one of the world’s most liveable and environmentally sustainable cities. Recognized among BC’s Top Employers and Canada’s Greenest Employers, the City of Vancouver is seeking colleagues who can help advance our core commitments to exceptional public service, sustainability, equity, and an outstanding quality of life for all residents.
With a strong commitment to being a City of Reconciliation, we invite you to join our dedicated team and become part of an innovative, inclusive, and engaging workplace. A career with the City of Vancouver and within the broader public service, offers meaningful work where you play a key role in ensuring equitable access to services, upholding ethical governance, and supporting the needs of citizens with integrity and dedication.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
Operations Worker II are scheduled at the Vancouver Landfill or Vancouver South Transfer Station where they will perform labor duties on a daily basis in a noisy environment in all types of weather conditions. The Transfer and Landfill Operations Branch functions 365 days per year with irregular shifts from Monday to Sunday on a 24-hour day shift schedule. Applicants must be willing and able to work shifts which may include dayshift, afternoon, and graveyard with the expectation to work weekends. Successful applicants’ availability must meet Branch expectations in order to continue employment. Functional and or physical assessment related to the bona fide position requirements may be required.
Successful candidates are required to be fit tested annually, carry, maintain, and wear respirators as operationally required. Jewelry, long hair, and facial hair may impede a complete seal of a respirator and will need to be adjusted or removed to ensure a seal can be achieved.
Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Up to completion of high school and some laboring experience.
- Education, training or experience related to Solid Waste or Recycling would be an asset.
- OFA Level II and WHMIS is preferred.
- Forklift Certification and TDG Certification is preferred.
- Experience operating heavy equipment such as bull dozers, front end loaders and compactors is an asset.
- Experience handling household hazardous waste would be an asset.
- Experience working in a Transfer Station or Landfill is an asset.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of safe work procedures.
- Sound knowledge of the tools, material and equipment used in the work.
- Some knowledge of construction and maintenance tasks.
- Some knowledge of the functions of the branch concerned and the established practices in carrying out the work.
- Ability to exercise some independence of judgment and action in the routine or simple aspects of the work.
- Ability to courteously answer questions and deal with the public.
- Sufficient physical strength, stamina and coordination to perform heavy physical labour.
- Ability to lift, push and pull heavy objects.
- Ability to walk or stand continuously with frequent bending or twisting.
- Ability to work close to moving machinery and in high traffic areas
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions, and on uneven surfaces
- Ability to use a variety of tools and equipment
Driver’s License and Record Checks:
- A current and valid class 5 BC Driver’s License or higher and a satisfactory Commercial driving record
- 5 years accumulation of no more than 9 points, not in excess of 3 points per single year
- 3 years accumulation of no more than 1 preventable work related driving or equipment operating accident in any single year
- Employees who do not demonstrate a satisfactory driving record will have their application reviewed in more detail
- Candidates must attach the following to be considered:
- Commercial Driving Records Abstract (N Print) for the past 5 years (no more than 14 days prior to this posting)
As part of our recruitment process to determine the successful candidate, you will be screened and ranked based on the following:
- Job Application
- Resume
- ICBC Documents
- Employee and Branch Records
- Interview
Business Unit/Department: Engineering Services
Affiliation: CUPE 1004 N/Pks
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Position Start Date: July 2026
Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-310: $35.25 per hour
Application Close: June 12, 2026
At the City of Vancouver, we are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce that represents the community we so proudly serve. Indigenous peoples, people of colour, 2SLGBTQ+ persons including all genders and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Accommodations will be provided upon request during the selection process. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.
The City of Vancouver acknowledges that it is situated on the unceded traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam Indian Band), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish Nation), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation).More about unceded traditional territories
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