EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Landfill Operator II

Permanent Full-Time

Job #26-066

There has never been a better time for you to step into municipal employment and have a strong role in shaping your future, your career, and the community. We believe that our values of diversity, collaboration, innovation and mutual respect bring out the best in our team and are currently accepting applications for a permanent full-time Landfill Operator II. This position reports to the Manager of Solid Waste.

This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the regional landfill site. Relates with other municipal staff, Provincial agencies, contractors and the public on matters within given authority and responsibility.

The position will work 40 hours per week. Weekends will be scheduled as required. Must be prepared to work overtime and be on call as required.

Key duties will include:

- Operation and maintenance of the weigh scales and scales office.
- Operation and maintenance of the landfill, including but not limited to runoff storm water control, leachate control, manage waste containment areas compaction and cover procedures.
- Operation and maintenance of other disposal areas such as the dump waste ponds, tire storage, metal wastes, dry waste disposal, batteries, Leachate Pond, and pesticide containers.
- Operation of heavy equipment and other related equipment as required.
- General maintenance and at times supervision of the site, shop and related equipment that includes litter control, access roads, grass and weed control.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

- High School Diploma.
- Ability to operate heavy equipment.




- Possession of a valid class 5 Alberta driver’s licence. (Class 3 with Air Preferred)
- Able to perform physical labour work.
- Must be willing to obtain Alberta Environment Level I License.

Physical Demands and Work Conditions for this position include:

- Occasional lifting of materials, parts, and equipment up to 50+ lbs.
- Regular periods of standing and walking within the landfill and transfer station sites
- Bending, kneeling, crouching, trunk rotation, pushing, and pulling maybe required during inspections and operational tasks
- Outdoor work in all weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and wind.
- Exposure to noise, odours, liquid waste products and mechanical equipment

The Town of Whitecourt is committed to its employees and provides a competitive salary, advantages and pension plan. The successful applicant will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check, pre-employment medical and provide a driver’s abstract, prior to being hired. If you feel that you have the qualifications and desire to be part of the Town Team, please submit your resume to the following address by 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.

Town of Whitecourt

Re: Job #26-066

Box 509, 5004 – 52 Avenue

Whitecourt, AB T7S 1N6

Fax: (phone hidden)

Email: [email protected]

Attention: HR/Payroll Clerk

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted further.

Pay: From $37.63 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Application question(s)

- Are you legally permitted to work in Canada?

Work Location: In person

📌 Landfill Operator II (Whitecourt)
🏢 Town of Whitecourt
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