District of Saanich Engineering Public Works Solid Waste Services
MAINTENANCE WASTE COLLECTOR
Permanent Full-Time Position
The District of Saanich offers competitive wages, meaningful and interesting jobs, and a safe and dynamic workplace. Our culture holds true to our motto “Populo Serviendo” – this is Latin for “Serving the People”. The Public Works Division is looking for an enthusiastic and skilled individual to join the Solid Waste Services team.
The base position is as Maintenance Waste Collector, and the successful applicant will also work in a variety of similar positions based on daily needs. The position includes Maintenance Waste Collector (base position), Leaf Truck Operator, Refuse Truck Operator, Street Sweeper and Compost Attendant. The successful applicant will possess the requirements to work in all these positions.
The responsibilities for Maintenance Waste Collector include collection of refuse and litter from litterbins, roadsides, and other locations using small dual steer semi-automated collection equipment, pickup trucks and other similar equipment as required. Duties will involve driving assigned refuse collection equipment and working outside in all types of weather.
Requirements include :
Hours of work will be Monday to Friday from 6 : 30 a.m. – 3 : 00 p.m. (40 hours per week).
This is a C.U.P.E. Local 2011 position with a base wage of $33.51 / hour (2024 rate) as Maintenance Waste Collector plus an excellent benefits package.
Other wages : $37.07 / hr (2024 rate) as Leaf Truck Operator, Refuse Truck Operator, or Street Sweeper; and $32.06 / hr (2024 rate) as Compost Attendant.
Job descriptions and competition information can be found at www.saanich.ca. Please apply via our career page by 11 : 45 p.m. on February 1, 2026 quoting competition 26024. As a component of the selection process, testing will be conducted. Only those under consideration will be contacted.
The District of Saanich is recognized as one of BC’s Top Employers for 2025. As an equitable and inclusive employer, we value diversity of people to best represent the community we serve and provide excellent services to our citizens. We strive to attract and retain passionate and talented individuals of all backgrounds, demographics, and life experiences. If you require any adjustments to enable participation at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact in confidence [emailprotected] . We thank all applicants for applying.
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Maintenance Waste Collector • Saanich, Capital Regional District, CA