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Waste Diversion Education Assistant - Summer Term
Waste Diversion Education Assistant - Summer TermCity of Airdrie • Airdrie, Alberta, CA
Waste Diversion Education Assistant - Summer Term

Waste Diversion Education Assistant - Summer Term

City of Airdrie • Airdrie, Alberta, CA
1 day ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Temporary
Job description

The Opportunity :

The Waste Diversion Education Assistant provides residents with options for managing their residential / household waste through services and education, considering environmental, social, and economic impacts. Waste and Recycling Services endeavors to position Airdrie as a municipal leader in environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities Include :

  • Assist the Education Advisor in supporting the City of Airdrie’s Cart Wizard Program to promote and encourage waste diversion which includes :
  • visual audits on curbside carts to check for compliance with the City of Airdrie’s waste management programs
  • collect data through use of technology and / or manual means
  • respond to inquiries from residents throughout the program
  • input data from the results of the audits and assist in analysis of the data
  • planning and scheduling map routes
  • Support the Education Advisor in the delivery of interactive presentations and programs at community events
  • Perform other duties as assigned

You Bring :

  • Possess some education or training in a related field (environment, public works, sustainability, waste management)
  • Valid Class 5 driver’s license
  • Waste audit experience is an asset
  • Knowledge and understanding of waste and recycling best practices is an asset
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
  • Ability to work on your feet for most of each day in all weather conditions
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to engage with the public in a positive manner
  • Possess excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to present information in a clear and logical way that captures the attention of the audience
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, problem solve and adapt to an ever-changing environment
  • Ability to work under time constraints
  • We Offer :

    Competitive compensation and the following benefits :

  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Annual adult Genesis Place pass
  • We believe connection and culture are the keys to our customer service. We do this through continuous learning, regular team building, and organizational social events so all employees have the knowledge to provide excellence in service to our community.

    Additional Information :

  • This is a full-time term (16 weeks) position requiring 37.5 hours per week
  • Must be available to start May 1, 2026.
  • The role requires frequent walking outdoors, regardless of weather conditions. Remote or Hybrid work is not available for this position
  • Duties may be physically demanding and can involve lifting and moving heavy materials
  • The successful candidate must provide a current driver’s abstract prior to the start date. A city vehicle is provided for work related tasks.
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