Solid Waste Collections Drivers - Employment Opportunities
Internal / External Job Posting –Bargaining Unit Position (NSGEU Local 161)
The Municipality of the County of Richmond is currently accepting applications for the full-time permanent positions (2) of Solid Waste Collections Drivers. Please note that this is a unionized position and bargaining unit employees (NSGEU Local 161) are given priority consideration. External applications will only be reviewed if there are no qualified internal candidates.
Responsibilities
The position of Solid Waste Collections Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a curbside solid waste collection vehicle within the Municipality of the County of Richmond. The position will also have other responsibilities at the Richmond Solid Waste Management Facility which may include, but not be limited to, site/building maintenance, assistance with operation of depots, and assistance with operation of the site scale.
Qualifications
• Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Valid Nova Scotia class 5 driver’s license with 3-5 years driving experience
• Clean driver’s abstract
Terms and Conditions of Employment
The regular hours of work for this position are expected to be Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break (35 paid hours per week). Employees may be required to work overtime based on operational requirements. The wage scale for this position is Level 2 with a current wage scale of $22.30 to $25.13 per hour) plus benefits.
For further details, the full job description can be found at:
https://www.richmondcounty.ca/news-and-announcements/employment-opportunities/ (see below)
Interested candidates should forward their resume by 4:00 PM, October 9, 2025, to:
The Municipality of the County of Richmond
c/o Carla Martell
2357 Highway 206
Arichat, Nova Scotia
B0E 1A0
or via email to
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Solid Waste Collections Driver Department:
Public Works Reports to: Solid Waste Manager Union / Non-Union
Union Salary Class: Level 2
Position Type: Full Time
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The position of Solid Waste Collections Driver is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of a curbside solid waste collection vehicle within the Municipality of the County of Richmond. The Driver ensures the proper collection, transport, and unloading of waste materials in compliance with the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act, Solid Waste-Resource Management Regulations, Environmental Goals and Climate Change Reduction Act, and all applicable municipal, provincial, and federal standards.
SPECIFIC DUTIES INCLUDE:
•Operate a curbside solid waste collection vehicle in a safe, compliant, and efficient manner.
•Assist with special collections as required (e.g. Bulky Item Collection).
•Complete mandatory pre-trip and post-trip inspections in accordance with the Nova Scotia Motor Vehicle Act and the National Safety Code.
•Accurately complete driver logbooks, inspection reports, and any other required documentation.
•Identify and quantify waste during collection.
•Assist with education and enforcement efforts by tagging non-compliant bags which are to be left curbside and by participating in periodic inspections of curbside waste brought to the Solid Waste Management Facility.
•Stay current with waste management regulations and ensure full compliance with all applicable requirements, including municipal by-laws, and provincial and federal approvals, guidelines, legislation, and regulations.
•Perform required preventative maintenance, particularly, but not limited to, checking fluids, greasing, checking brakes, etc.
•Fuel and clean the vehicle including the hopper, in accordance with Municipal Safe Operating Procedures, when necessary.
•Load or assist with the loading of solid waste into the collection vehicle.
•Unload vehicle in compliance with the receiving facility's guidelines and safety protocols.
•Maintain courteous and professional interactions with community residents, organizations, and visitors.
•Attend mandatory safety, operations, and professional development training sessions
•Carrying out all the above while ensuring safe work practices are adhered to
ADDITIONAL DUTIES MAY INCLUDE:
•Operation of the Waste Facility Scale as required. This is to include but shall not be limited to such tasks as:
oCollection of information related to incoming loads such as date, time of delivery, quantity and type of material (MSW, C&D, ICI Organics, Metals, etc.), waste origin and vehicle identification and recording of information in a suitable format.
oDirecting patrons to appropriate drop-off locations and general coordination of the site.
•Snow removal at Municipal sites as required.
•Assistance with operation of site depots such as Household Hazardous Waste (HHW), Electronics drop-off depots (EPRA) and lighting product depot.
•Groundskeeping of the Solid Waste Management Facility including litter cleanup and grass cutting.
•Minor building maintenance at the Solid Waste Management Facility.
•Any other duties which the Municipality may require from time to time.
ABILITIES
•Able to safely operate collection vehicle in varying road and weather conditions.
•Able to lift items weighing up to 25Kg.
•Able to work cooperatively and effectively in a team environment as well as independently.
•Able to understand and execute oral and written instruction and maintain records as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
•Grade 12 High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
•Valid Nova Scotia class 5 driver’s license with 3-5 years driving experience
•Clean driver’s abstract