Garbage Truck Driver (CUPE)

City of Kenora

External Job Posting

Job Title:               Garbage Truck Driver 

Division:                Utilities 

Location:               Transfer Facility 

Salary:                   $28.64/hr

Benefits:                In accordance with Collective Agreement

Hours of Work:     40 hours per week

Position Status:     1 regular, full-time. This is an existing vacancy.

Posted:                  May 11, 2026

Closing Date:        Open until filled

The Garbage Truck Driver will be responsible for the collection of residential and commercial waste and recycling materials in the Kenora area. The incumbent will ensure that waste and recycling is safely transported and disposed of at the Transfer Station or landfill. You will also make special collections as required.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 or equivalent

Must possess and maintain a clean valid ‘DZ’ Class Ontario Driver’s License. Must provide a clean driving record at time of application. Preference will be given to those with an ‘AZ’ License

Minimum three (3) years’ experience operating trucks in an urban setting

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and occasionally up to 100lbs

Ability to perform repetitive lifting and twisting for extended periods of time

Knowledge of equipment, methods and procedures used in solid waste activities

Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions

Excellent organizational, interpersonal and communications skills with a proven focus on service delivery

Demonstrated experience and working knowledge of the Ontario Occupational Health & Safety Act and Regulations specifically concerning the requirements for job hazard analysis and the development of and training on safe work procedures

Ability to work independently and as a team

Ability to get along well with others including supervisors, coworkers, members of the public and other partners in service

The City of Kenora is an equal opportunity Employer and committed to building a workforce that reflects the rich diversity of the community we serve. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals including members of groups with historical and/or current barriers to equitable employment, including but not limited to, Indigenous Peoples, members of racialized communities or visible minorities, persons with visible and/or invisible disabilities, diverse sexual and gender identities, orientations and/or expressions, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

The City of Kenora is committed to providing accommodation in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). If you require an accommodation, please advise the Human Resources department in advance to ensure your participation in the recruitment and selection process.

Personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and is used to determine eligibility for potential employment.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted