Solid Waste Specialist

Job Description

Section: Solid Waste Support Services

Division: Environmental Services

Department: Growth and Infrastructure

Initial Reporting Location: 1805 Frobisher

Job Status: Limited Position

Estimated Probable Duration: Seven (7) Months

Number of Vacancies: 1

Affiliation: CUPE 4705 Inside Unit

Hours of Work: 70 hours bi-weekly

Shift Work Required: No

Range of Pay: Group 9 - $29.60 to $35.02 per hour - subject to review

The start date will follow the selection process.

Characteristic Duties: Under the general supervision of the Manager of Solid Waste Support Services.

• Respond to customer service requests and/or complaints and initiate action with City of Greater Sudbury (CGS) staff and/or contractors. Ensure follow-up.
• Prepare reports, correspondence, educational packages, billing advices, reconcile deposits and prepare PeopleSoft purchase orders.
• Update the database and/or inventory of solid waste records. Assist with the submission of supporting documentation for funding organizations.
• Conduct inspections of solid waste sites, facilities, and systems.
• Conduct participation surveys and waste audits; sample waste according to design parameters; sort waste according to prescribed procedures; measure waste and document findings.
• Coordinate new project initiatives and assist with existing solid waste programs when requested.
• Assist with the development and set-up of various waste diversion/recycling programs.
• Conduct community outreach activities when requested.
• Assist staff during period of vacation, overload or absence.
• Develop and maintain a thorough working knowledge of CGS’s Safety Manual and the applicable Provincial Legislation listed therein.
• Perform other related duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications

• University degree in Environmental Studies/Sciences or a related discipline from a recognized University with Canadian accreditation.
• Up to six (6) months of related experience.
• Knowledge of solid waste systems and programs.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations and By-Laws.
• Ability to work with computer software and administrative systems in a Windows environment (e.g. file maintenance, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PeopleSoft, information input and retrieval, customer relationship management software, fleet management, Traffic Studio, Wasteworks, GIS software and other web-based application and reporting systems).
• Ability to demonstrate interpersonal skills dealing with the public, staff, outside agencies, and Councillors in a courteous and effective manner.
• Ability to demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detailed work.
• Ability to function within a team environment.
• Ability to handle large-volume functions.
• Excellent use of English; verbally and in writing.
• French verbal and written skills an asset.
• Satisfactory health, attendance and former employment history.
• Must be physically capable of operating a vehicle safely, possess a valid driver’s licence, have an acceptable driving
  
  

record, and personal insurance coverage.

Competencies: Competency Library - Level 1 Proficiency

How To Apply

If you are viewing this job posting through a website other than the City of Greater Sudbury's, please visit www.greatersudbury.ca/jobs to apply online.

We must receive your resume before 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. For those providing a French language resume, please also include an English version.

• Click on the Apply for Job button.
• Follow the step by step application process.
• Ensure you attached a cover letter and resume. Acceptable file types are:
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• .docx
• .txt
• .pdf
• .rtf
• Once completed, review your application and click on the Submit button.
• Upon submission of your application, you will get a confirmation on the screen that your application has been successfully submitted. You will also receive an e-mail confirmation to the e-mail address on your profile.
  
  

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted, and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process you must advise the Hiring Manager.

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