Job Description
Compost Facility Operator
Public Works – Waste Management
Status: One Short Term Contract Full-Time position , duration: 8 months
Salary Range: $32.53 - $34.16 per hour
Location and Work Mode: On site at 4400 King Street, Caledon, ON (Peel Curing Facility)
Hours of Work:40 per week: 7:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday (AWW in effect)
CUPE Local 966
The Role:
Under general supervision, performs manual and equipment operating duties in the performance of compost operations.
What you will do in this role:
Operates and maintains vehicles and equipment necessary for the processing of compost
Responsible for inspection, screening and turning of all compost material loads entering the compost facility and removal of contaminates/inorganic materials from loads prior to processing
Responsible for all aspects of processing of compost material received at facility including blending and loading material
Ensures duties are performed safely as required by WHMIS, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Regional Policies and procedures
Responsible for the bulk loading of finished compost to Region of Peel vehicles, customer and contractors and completion of haulage tickets.
Executes duties in a tactful, timely and courteous manner to convey a ‘positive image’ of the Region




Responsible to clean and maintain the overall facility as required and directed, duties will include outdoor work and some exposure to weather conditions
What the role requires:
Minimum Grade 12 education or equivalent with two (2) years job related experience
Verbal and written communication skills
Capable of accurately completing required forms and reports
Physically able to perform requirements of the job
Must be experienced in heavy equipment operation
Capable of performing minor maintenance
Must have basic understanding of bio-logical systems
Must be able to multi task and prioritize workload effectively in a constantly changing workplace
Must possess a valid DZ license in good standing
Job testing will be required
Preference will be given to qualified candidates who are currently in the CUPE Local 966-Public Works bargaining unit.
Interview: Ourrecruitmentprocessmaybecompletedwith video conference technology
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Public Notice: Waste Collection Services Transition
Effective October 1, 2027, Peel Region’s Waste Collection Services will

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