Waste Spot Checker
$24 per hourFull-time
Tetra Tech
The Opportunity
Tetra Tech is adding
Waste Spot Checkers to our Solid Waste Management team based in Vancouver, BC. Waste Spot Checkers will help educate residents by spot checking the recycling (blue) and the food and yard waste (green) carts for each house near Richmond, BC. Waste Spot Checkers will be looking for contamination in both carts and inputting the information in a tablet. An orientation session and health and safety training will be provided.
Why Tetra Tech
At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges. Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world. For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability. Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development. Our work has improved more than 500 million lives around the world.
Your Impact
Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference. Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.
This is a short-term (temporary) hourly position requiring up to 24 hours of work per week from July 13 to November 13, 2026 for Monday to Thursday from 7:30 am to 1:00 pm (approximately). There is a potential of Friday shifts for meetings, administrative tasks, and preparation. These are tentative dates and minor adjustments may occur. Checkers will be paid $24/hr for the work, including training that will take place a week prior to the start date.
This position is on a shift basis depending on each individual’s schedule. Preference is given to staff available for more shifts, however special circumstances will be considered.
Your Role
- Visually checking the blue and green carts for contaminant.
- Data entry and recording observations with a tablet.
- Potential interaction with residents to inform them of current waste management procedures.
- Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
- Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline knowledge and awareness.
- Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
- Additional duties as required.
Qualifications
- Be able to provide their own transportation to work sites in Richmond, BC. Some sites may not be accessible by public transit.
- An understanding of and interest in current environmental and waste management issues.
- Own CSA Green Triangle certified steel-toed boots (minimum 6” ankle height) or be able to acquire them before your first day; other personal protective equipment will be provided (e.g., high-vis vest and safety glasses).
- Working outside in varied weather conditions, with the ability to walk long distances and for long periods of time.
- Be able to practice safe lifting techniques (up to a maximum of 10 kg) over the course of a workday.
- Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to interact with residents on a regular basis.
- Ability to exercise flexibility, good judgment, discretion while following safe work practices.
- Excellent attention to detail, and ability to work accurately and quickly to meet deadlines.
- Be punctual and able to start work early in the morning (7:30 am).
- Willingness to work in a team environment.
- Be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- Class 5 driver’s license or equivalent (optional).
- Experience with waste composition studies and audits, environmental data collection, and/or other types of solid waste management work (optional).
How To Apply
Please email your resume to ***email_hidden*** with the subject line
‘Richmond 2026 Waste Spot Checker Application
’.
Application Deadline: Ongoing until spaces are filled. We are seeking to hire 2-3 Waste Spot Checkers.
For more information: Contact us at ***email_hidden***
Life At Tetra Tech
The perks of working at Tetra Tech include (if applicable):
- Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits, available on day one of employment.
- Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times.
- We have embraced a hybrid culture. We will provide you the tools to work almost anywhere.
- Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
- Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
- Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. Mentorship with world leading experts in your field.
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Additional Information
- Organization: 704 EGI
Vacancy posted 26 days ago
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