Landfill Operator 2 - Knockholt Landfill

The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is seeking applicants to fill a permanent position of Landfill Operator 2 at the Knockholt Landfill, located approximately 12 km east of Houston, BC. This position is full-time permanent (40 hours per week) and has a starting wage of $39.01 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package and is subject to a 3-month probation period. The landfill operation hours are Monday through Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm and are closed on weekends and statutory holidays.

The primary responsibilities of the Landfill Operator 2 are receiving, processing, and covering permitted waste and assisting with the maintenance of the landfill facilities, infrastructure, and equipment. Landfill Operator 2 must be familiar with current landfilling strategies and techniques and operate the site in accordance with the Operational Certificate, other regulatory requirements, and instructions from the Director of Environmental Services. Operators must educate the users of the site in proper weigh-scale usage, disposal restrictions and other site protocol. Landfill operators are responsible for coordinating the day-to-day activities of the site and assisting with the long-term planning for landfilling, diversion, and other development.

The Landfill Operator 2 takes a lead role on site, working alongside at least one regular Landfill Attendant and coordinating the work of all personnel. The position also supports planning for waste diversion and long-term landfill development.

This position requires: Prolonged walking, wearing respirator masks for periods of two hours or more (note: no facial hair or beards), lifting weights up to 40 pounds, continuous bending, operating heavy equipment, maintaining a high level of physical activity to manage the Landfill, and providing instructions to the Landfill Attendants.

Landfill Operator 2 Job Description

Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled with review beginning on August 5, 2025, which should be addressed to:
Alex Eriksen, Director of Environmental Services
Subject Line: Landfill Operator 2 - Knockholt Landfill
Email: hr@rdbn.bc.ca
Mail: PO Box 820, Burns Lake, BC V0J 1E0