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, qualified 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 qualified 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 positive 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 Smith
🏢 MD of Lesser Slave River #124
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