Job Order Detail

Description

Porcupine Opportunities Program is seeking a casual recycling technician to support operation of the SARCAN Depot in Porcupine Plain.  The individual will work 2 to 3 shifts per week throughout July and August, with the exception of being available to work several full week shifts when staff are on vacation.  Relief work may be available through the winter dependent on the candidates availability.  Shifts will be on weekdays only, between 9:30 and 5:30 pm.

Responsibilities include:  
    To receive customer containers at the front counter and count and record orders for deposit refunds.
    To prepare containers for shipping and to load and unload trailers by hand or through the use of depot equipment (ie: pallet jack, electric pallet jack, forklift, etc.)
    To maintain the depot building and equipment, performing cleaning and maintenance duties as needed.  
    To follow safety procedures and safe work practices in compliance with O H & S and policy.
    To deal with customers inquiries with professionalism and courtesy.
    Other duties as required.

Qualifications:
    The incumbent is required to follow instructions and focus on their work in a busy work environment.  
    The ability to perform tasks in the right sequence (ie: ability to count, sort, record accurately, etc.)
    The willingness to do duties as assigned in a safe and timely manner.
    To effectively communicate with customers.
    The ability to bend, stretch, lift, and tote bulky and heavy containers on a daily basis.
    The ability to perform repetitive motions and stand in one place for extended periods of time.
    The incumbent must be a minimum of 16 years of age.  

Applicants are asked to submit a short cover letter and resume and if hired, must provide a criminal record check for vulnerable sectors.