Municipality of Colchester Careers
Baler Operator- MRF
Description
Centrally located within Nova Scotia between two extraordinary coastlines, Colchester is a progressive rural municipality that offers an unparalleled work-life balance. It is a place that is affordable, welcoming, family focused, rich in diverse culture and natural beauty with thriving businesses and access to all the modern amenities typically found in an urban setting – without the common stresses of living in an urban setting.
The Municipality of Colchester is committed to treating people fairly, with respect and dignity. Our goal is to continue to move forward as a diverse and inclusive community representative of the citizens we serve by offering equal opportunities free of biases. We have formed an Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Committee to keep us accountable and to help us reach this goal.
The Municipality encourages all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify on their applications.
About the role: Under the direct supervision of the MRF Production Supervisor, the Baler Operator is responsible for the daily operation of the Municipality’s baler, located at the Materials Recovery Facility. This position maintains constant and efficient flow of material from the bunkers through the baler to be ready for warehousing. Responsibilities include but are not limited to ensuring proper length and compaction of bales, conducting and recommending maintenance of all baler systems and conveyors, maintaining record data, communication with shipping/receiving and vehicle operators, and cleaning duties. This is a unionized position with CUPE 4106.
Salary Range: $27.71 per hour. 40 hour work week, Monday to Friday
Qualities to succeed in the role:
- Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions required when working around heavy equipment and public.
- Ability to perform physical labour tasks.
- Ability to maintain high productivity and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
- Mechanical aptitude.
Education & experience required:
- Valid Nova Scotia driver’s license with a satisfactory driver’s abstract.
- Must have previous Baler Operator experience, preferably 1 year.
- Valid forklift operator certification.
- Fall protection certification, with the ability to work at heights of up to 30 feet.
- Confined space certification.
- Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act, relevant to the provisions that apply to this work.
The Municipality supports the principles of the Nova Scotia Human Rights Act and the principles of inclusion for persons with disabilities in the Nova Scotia Accessibility Act. Applicants are encouraged to identify any need for an accommodation to Human Resources upon being contacted for an interview.
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please apply before 4:30pm on November 12th, 2025.
Compensation
$27.71 per hour