Why WM Canada?
People are the driving force behind everything we do.
From drivers and technicians to analysts, managers and corporate professionals, every employee plays a role in delivering essential services that support communities across Canada.
Whether you're starting your career, growing your expertise or taking the next step into leadership, you'll find opportunities to build a long-term future at WM Canada.
We invest in our people through training, development and opportunities to grow because we believe great careers are built, not found. In fact, many of our leaders began their careers in frontline and technical roles, reflecting our commitment to developing talent from within.
More than a job. A career you can count on.
At WM Canada, our frontline employees keep communities moving every day.
Whether you're driving routes, operating equipment or helping deliver essential services, you'll be part of a team that values hard work, safety, professionalism and looking out for one another.
What matters most to our frontline employees
Reliable, year-round work
Work in an essential industry that communities depend on every day.
Competitive pay and benefits
Earn a strong living with access to benefits, retirement programs and opportunities for additional earnings.
Work that fits your life
Build a long-term career while making time for family, friends and the priorities that matter most.
Safety comes first
We invest in training, equipment and processes designed to help employees work safely every day.
Real opportunities to grow
Many of our supervisors, managers and operational leaders started in frontline roles.
Modern equipment and technology
Work with well-maintained equipment and tools that help you do your job safely and efficiently.
Why people stay
- Stable employment
- Team-oriented culture
- Opportunities to advance
- Strong commitment to safety
- Modern equipment and technology
- Pride in serving local communities
Join a team that's building stronger communities every day.
Stericycle is now part of WM. To learn more about WM's acquisition of Stericycle, CLICK HERE to read the press release
Now hiring a Plant Associate in our Mount Pearl, NL location!
Hourly pay - $21
Start time: 7am -5pm
10hrs x 4 days weekly
Schedule: Mondays - Thursdays
I. Job Summary
The Plant Associate will ensure all waste is unloaded from vehicles, the vehicles are decontaminated, and waste is properly staged for scanning and processing. The individual will perform the duties in a safe and productive manner.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Unload waste from incoming vehicles. Separates non-autoclavable waste to be incinerated
- Stage waste on conveyor system or properly stack waste for scanning in the Bio track system
- Scan waste into the Bio track system for proper recordkeeping purposes
- Load autoclave bins or incinerator hopper with waste for processing
- Place reusable containers on tub wash line for decontamination
- Operates tub wash unit ensuring the wash unit is operating properly. Removes clean tubs from wash unit, inspects tubs and stacks for loading onto assigned vehicle for reuse
- Operates tub wash sprayer for oversized reusable tubs ensuring the unit is operating properly. Inspects tubs and stacks for loading onto assigned vehicle for reuse
- Decontaminates vehicles cargo-carrying portion, reloads assigned reusable tubs and ensures cargo-carrying portion of vehicle does not have free liquid on the floor. Informs plant supervisor the vehicle is ready to be moved from dock area
- Ensures housekeeping issues, e.g., spills cleaned up, floor is dry, and debris not on floor, etc., are addressed immediately
- Other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- 1 year of experience, preferably in plant environment
- Ability to communicate effectively and understand and follow health and safety directives and performance and conduct standards, policies and procedures that apply to the role and location.
B. Preferred Qualifications
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Standing
- Lifting
- Pushing
- Pulling
- Reaching
- Grasping
- Talking
- Repetitive Motions
- Walking
- Hearing
Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity.
This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing-including pre employment screening, post incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing-in accordance with government regulations and company policies.
Pay: The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $21. This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click Apply.
