Garbage Truck Driver at City of Kenora — NeverHard

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionSalary: 28.64 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: July 31, 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 Drivers 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