Loader, Transportation, General Labor

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. We are an essential service provider for collection and processing of recycling, organics, and waste, keeping our communities clean and safe. With a focus on customer service and safety, we are looking for energetic and driven employees to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy.

Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

We are currently seeking Swampers to join our Kawartha Lakes Collections operations, which includes curbside recycling collection, recycle plant support, and general yard labor. The core of the work will be dedicated to Curbside Collections Trucks. Swampers are responsible for assisting drivers to collect residential recycling and deposit it at a processing depot.

• Collect curbside materials from residential homes
• Repetitive tasks including heavy lifting (55lbs/25 kgs)
• Maintain a record of tagged bins
• Operate truck compaction controls
• Accompany driver to/from the route and the processing depots
• Perform other related duties

• Safety‑minded approach to daily tasks
• Strong work ethic
• Clean attendance record
• Ability to operate required equipment in a safe and responsible manner
• Client service and public interaction skills – written and verbal

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company
• Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow
• Ability to have an impact and make a change

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case‑by‑case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.