Worker – Infrastructure Services Eco Centre (Casual)

Town of Cochrane•Cochrane, AB

5d•CA$23 - CA$23•Onsite

About The Position

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands-on work, cares deeply about waste reduction and sustainability, and thrives in a fast-paced environment where every day brings new challenges. The Infrastructure Services Worker - Eco Centre ensures residents can recycle responsibly, supports equipment operation and materials processing, and contributes directly to community waste-reduction efforts. If you value teamwork, community service, and environmental stewardship, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Cochrane is growing rapidly, creating exciting opportunities to support the community’s waste-reduction and environmental sustainability goals. As an Eco Centre Operator, you’ll directly support frontline municipal services that help keep Cochrane clean, safe, and environmentally responsible.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated interest in waste reduction, reuse, and recycling.
Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
Ability to perform physical labour in a variety of weather and environmental conditions
Strong customer service skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to interact with the public in a tactful, diplomatic, and professional manner
Valid Alberta Class 5 (or higher) Driver’s Licence

Nice To Haves

Municipal experience
Experience with material handling and sorting
Mechanical aptitude and experience operating or maintaining tools/equipment
Friendly, approachable, and community-oriented mindset.
Forklift Operator Certificate or equivalent experience
Cargo Securement
Alberta Temporary Traffic Control
Defensive Driving

Responsibilities

Operate the Cochrane Eco Centre in alignment with municipal public-service standards and regulatory requirements.
Assist Waste & Recycling staff with onsite collection, processing, sorting, and handling of recyclables and special waste materials.
Follow direction from the Eco Centre Team Lead and senior staff to monitor, sort, and process materials as required.
Support the safe operation of mobile and stationary equipment; conduct pre- and post-use inspections on equipment, vehicles, tools, and mechanical systems.
Assist residents with proper sorting, disposal of special waste, answering questions, and directing traffic within the facility.
Support the automated waste and recycling cart program, including cart inventory, assembly, delivery, and basic repairs.
Participate in the Town’s Health & Safety program, including inspections, preventative maintenance, hazard reporting, procedure development, and safety training.
Model the Town’s corporate values and the principles of waste reduction, reuse, and recycling in all aspects of the job.