There are two event locations in Maple Ridge to celebrate World Rivers Day this Sunday, September 25:
1. Allco Fish Hatchery & Rivers Heritage Centre (24959 Alouette Road) - 11:00am - 3:00pm
The Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) organizes a festival that's great for the family with lots of activities for kids. Live entertainment, BBQ, children's fishing pond, environmental displays, nature tours, and more!
2. Kanaka Creek Regional Park - Riverfront (River Road) - 11:00am - 3:00pm
Celebrate World Rivers Day with canoe tours, children's activities and stewardship displays. Hosted by Metro Vancouver and the Kanaka Education and Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS). Allow 1.5 hours to complete all activities.
Fall Brush Chipping Program
In partnership with the City of Maple Ridge, Ridge Meadows Recycling Society administers the Spring & Fall Brush Chipping Program for Maple Ridge residents.
No pre-booking is necessary, simply place branches at the roadside adjacent to your property by the set-out deadline for your area.
Reminder! There will be NO Recycling Pickup and the Depot will be CLOSED on Monday, October 10 for the Thanksgiving Day stat holiday. Regular curbside pickup will resume the following Monday. Happy Thanksgiving from RMRS!
Know anyone looking for work? We are hiring!
1. TRUCK DRIVER – Full Time Recycling Truck Driver Position Available
Ridge Meadows Recycling Society has a truck driver position available immediately.
The position is full time (40 hours/week plus overtime) and pays $21.27/hour. Please send in your applications ASAP.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
-Responsible for timely pickup of recyclable commodities at curbside residences, apartments, townhouses, offices, businesses, & schools (as assigned)
-Responsible for driving recycling truck & commodity pickup (“swamping”)
-Maintain Daily Inspection Report of truck & equipment
-Maintain accurate Tonnage & Milage Reports
-Complete all required reports & paperwork as assigned
-Clear Driving Abstract – to be supplied with application
-Ability to operate other job-related equipment (eg. bin tippers, pallet jacks)
-Public Relations & Customer Service – ability to answer questions & handle individual customer concerns
-Responsible for overseeing Swampers and ensuring their safety
-Processing recyclables at the Maple Ridge Recycling Depot
-Other duties as assigned
Requirements:
-Truck driving experience
-Able to perform physical labour such as lifting, bending & running
-Able to work in all weather conditions
-Understand and adhere to safety requirements
Qualifications: -Air Brake Licence -Emergency First Aid -Undergo Criminal Records Check
-Must be bondable -Certified forklift -Undergo Driving Record Check
-Must have neat appearance and excellent communication skills
-Prefer experience working with adults with developmental disabilities
*Note: Individuals with a history of back or health problems will not be considered.
Send resume & cover letter via email to Lorne Skoropada, Operations Director, atlorne@rmrecycling.org
Applications & resumes can be also submitted in person at the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society office, 10092 – 236th Street (at the Maple Ridge Recycling Depot office), or by fax to 604-467-6100.
2. SWAMPER – Full Time Swamper Positions Available
Ridge Meadows Recycling Society has Swamper positions available immediately.
The positions are full time (40 hours/week) and pay $14.22/hour. May include weekend work. Please send in your applications ASAP.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
-Ensure efficient pickup of commodities placed curbside
-Lift & empty all recycling bags & boxes into truck bins
-Sort all recyclable commodities into appropriate bins
-Return boxes to appropriate location
-Processing materials at the Recycling Depot (as required)
-Clean -up & maintenance as directed.
-Able to perform physical labour such as lifting, bending & running
-Able to work in all weather conditions
-Understand and adhere to safety requirement
*Note: Individuals with a history of back or health problems will not be considered.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal records check.
Send resume & cover letter via email to Lorne Skoropada, Operations Director, atlorne@rmrecycling.org
Applications & resumes can be also submitted in person at the Ridge Meadows Recycling Society office, 10092 – 236th Street (at the Maple Ridge Recycling Depot office), or by fax to 604-467-6100.
Ridge Meadows Recycling Society is a community-based, non-profit organization, advocating zero waste, operating responsible waste reduction services and providing environmental education.
We employ people with developmental disabilities assisting their integration into the community.
Vision: A waste free, socially responsible community