Reporting to the Landfill Manager, the Transfer Station Operator is responsible for the scale operation and yard maintenance of the Municipal District’s Transfer Station.

Specific Accountabilities
Transfer Station Responsibilities

Controls traffic entering or exiting the Transfer Station, screens waste and directs users to the appropriate disposal or storage location

Through screening of waste, ensures prohibited wastes are not disposed of at site

Collects appropriate disposal fees and forwards to municipal administration office

Keeps area and buildings clean, including sweeping, shoveling of snow as necessary

Uses pleasant manner and sound judgment when dealing with the public

Completes daily site inspections, including maintenance and upkeep of the yard, storage compounds and recycled materials

Performs manual labor as necessary such as lifting and moving heavy objects

Reports all damages and accidents immediately and provide written incidence reports

Adheres to the MD’s safety program.

Performs other duties as required

General Accountabilities
Customer Service

Promotes a positive, skilled image of the MD and provides consistent, knowledgeable customer service to all clients





Seeks to understand individual client needs and concerns and assists them to find the most appropriate solution or information

Respond in a professional and timely manner to inquiries, complaints, or suggestions from clients, providing effective follow-up as required

Diffuses upset, anxious and/or angry clients and defers issues to the appropriate person for resolution if needed

Exercises discretion, diplomacy and judgement in handling sensitive information

Education and Certifications

High school diploma – Required

Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s License – Required

Abilities and Experience

Must possess own form of transportation – Required

Must be physically fit and able to do heavy lifting – Required

Must be willing to work alone and in all types of weather conditions – Required

Must possess good interpersonal skills in working with the public – Required

This position is based in Smith and is scheduled to work Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

The starting wage for this position is $26.16 per hour, with compensation commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience.

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📌 Transfer Station Operator (Alberta)
🏢 MD of Lesser Slave River #124
📍 Alberta