Recycling Station and Yard Waste Site Attendant

Recycling Station and Yard Waste Site Attendant

• Full-time
• Less than 2 years of experience (Entry level)
• High school diploma, A levels, GED, GCSE
• Labour

Hiring for today. Shaping tomorrow

Posted on 29/07/2026

The Waste and Environment department is accepting applications for up to two (2) term relief positions of Recycling Station and Yard Waste Site Attendant.

STATUS:Full Time, Term Relief – up to 3 months

HOURS OF WORK:40 hours per week, evening and weekend shift work will be required

PAYRATE:$30.14 per hour

In this role, you will:

• Maintain and oversee the daily operation of the yard waste site
• Provide direction and information to customers
• Manage the site, including litter control at both the recycling depots and yard waste sites
• Explain by-laws, policies and programs regarding waste and recycling, as required
• Use an automated brush chipper,compactor and other small hand tools
• Perform minor routine repairs, when required
• Complete regular basic recordkeeping
• On inclement weather days, staffmay be moved to do other related duties, such as cart/bin maintenance,sanitation barn cleanup, and litter control at other locations
• Staff will rotate through all sites based on a provided schedule

What You Bring to the Table:

We are looking for results-oriented team members who demonstrate professionalism and are committed to providing exemplary public service. Details

Qualifications &

Experience:

• Must have completed a high school diploma or equivalent
• A valid class 5 license is required, and a Drivers Abstract thatis satisfactory to the City of Lethbridge
• Excellent customer service skillsto build and maintain positive relationships with customers
• Knowledge about Waste and Environment programs offered in Lethbridge
• Basic computer skills
• Proven ability to adhere to Healthand Safety processes and programs
• Good mechanical aptitude toperform minor maintenance and assist in diagnosing operating problems
• The physical ability and stamina to perform heavy manual labour for extended periods of time under various weather conditions is required

If you are notcurrently a City of Lethbridge employee, or depending on the circumstances ofyour current position, at the time an offer of employment is provided, you willbe responsible for providing a copy of a five-year Commercial OR Non-Commercial Driver’s Abstract. The Driver’s Abstract is to be obtained within 30 calendar daysof the date of offer and applicants will be responsible for the cost of obtaining the Abstract.

If you do not submit an Abstract, or the Abstract shows 6 or more demerits or includes any of the unacceptable driving items listed below, your offer of employment may be rescinded. The City of Lethbridgereserves the right to determine what is a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract.

An unacceptable driving record includes, but is not limited to:

• A record of any suspension of Operator’s License within the preceding three years which is related to a driving offence.
• An overall driving history that reflects poor driving behavior, will be determined at the discretion of the City.
• Within the preceding three years any Criminal Code or Provincial driving conviction including:
  • a. Impaired Driving related offence
  • b. Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
  • c. Criminal Flight from a Peace Officer
  • d. Fail to Remain at the Scene of an Accident
  • e. Drive while Disqualified/Prohibited
  • f. Careless Driving

Closing Date:
August 12, 2026 at 4:00PM MST

All applicants are thanked in advance for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

The City of Lethbridge (  ) proudly acknowledges that we are located at the heart of Siksikaitsitapi(Blackfoot) Territory, home of Kainai, Piikani, Siksika and Amskapi Piikani(Montana, USA) First Nations. Lethbridge is also located within the Métis Nation of Alberta.

The City of Lethbridge recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services,facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people.