Working at Walker 

At Walker, your contribution matters. Become part of a team you can count on and where your health and safety are our priority. Our team of more than 1200 people work in environmental waste management and recovery, renewable energy, paving and construction, aggregates, and emulsions chemistries. We are a fifth-generation, family-owned company founded in 1887, operating from our base in the Niagara Region with facilities across Canada and the United States. We care about the environment, each other, and our neighbours, and give back to our communities. Join us on our journey to build a sustainable future, together.

About the Job

Are you looking for a dynamic role in a growing company, where you can build your career? Do you want to work every day with a positive, energetic team that takes pride in succeeding together? If so, Walker Aggregates/ Environmental South Landfill wants to hear from you. The best people in this job are smart, keep themselves organized, and take special care to do a good job. They are good teammates, don’t mind getting a bit dirty on an outdoor job, and always work in the safest manner possible. We will provide all necessary training and safety equipment, and for the right person, opportunity for career growth and movement within the company. This is a unionized environment, with an hourly wage of $29.52/hr. 

What You’ll Be Doing

• Carry out general grounds maintenance duties such as litter picking, shoveling, and site clean-up 

• Use hand tools and equipment (e.g., litter pickers, shovels, and other maintenance tools) safely and effectively 

• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions 

• Work independently while coordinating with team members to ensure efficient daily operations 

• Work extended daily schedules of up to 11 hours, with the possibility of reaching 60 hours per week on a semi-regular basis 

• Adapt to varying start and end times depending on site needs and weather conditions 

• Work Saturdays as required, including extended hours around Statutory Holidays 

• Perform physically demanding tasks including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and lifting materials up to 50 lbs on uneven terrain 

• Communicate effectively with supervisors, team members, and members of the public

   

Here’s What You Need

• High school diploma, or equivalent experience

• Valid G Class Driver’s License

• Able to lift parts or pieces weighing 50 lbs on your own throughout a shift

• Able to work outside in all weather conditions throughout the year

• Experience operating a skid steer/man lift equipment

• DZ Class Driver’s License is an asset

What’s in it for you 

• You become part of a team you can count on 
• A comprehensive benefits package as per your union and collective agreement
• A workplace that provides the best health & safety practices in industry
• Give back to our community with two paid volunteer days annually and opportunities to become involved in events

At Walker, your contribution matters. If you share our commitment to giving back to your community and caring about the environment we’d love to hear from you. Our workplaces strive to reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.  We welcome applications from qualified candidates of all ethnicities, race, religions, gender identities and expression, Indigenous communities, and persons with disabilities.  

Should you require any accommodation in applying for this role, or throughout the interview process, please let us know when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.