Employment Oppotunities
The Town of Watson Lake is a unionized workplace, and employees are represented by the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC). Terms and conditions of employment are governed by the current Collective Agreement, which can be viewed through the link below:
Read: Seventh Collective Agreement between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and the Municipality of Watson Lake
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
Weigh Scale Operator – Full-Time, Permanent
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking a reliable, detail-oriented, and customer-focused Weigh Scale Operator to join our Solid Waste & Recycling team in a full-time, permanent role.
Working under the direction of the Solid Waste Coordinator, the Weigh Scale Operator plays an important role in the day-to-day operation of the landfill by accurately monitoring and recording waste volumes, determining the contents of incoming loads, and ensuring customers are billed appropriately. This position also involves regular interaction with residents, contractors, and other users of the facility.
About the Role:
The Weigh Scale Operator is responsible for the accurate and efficient operation of the scale house and supporting landfill recordkeeping, including:
- Safely operating the scale house weight measurement systems, including load scales and electronic data collection systems
- Conducting daily inspections and general maintenance of the scales
- Inspecting waste loads for compliance with environmental acceptance criteria, the Town of Watson Lake Solid Waste Bylaw, and applicable requirements
- Accepting or rejecting waste loads based on their contents
- Documenting waste entering the facility using truck scales and preparing waste tonnage reports
- Handling cash, balancing daily receipts, and maintaining accurate records for billing
- Preparing and maintaining daily input sheets and weekly cash sheets
- Maintaining organized electronic and paper filing systems
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Minimum Grade 12 education
- General office skills related to electronic data collection, records management, and the use of computer equipment and programs such as Microsoft Excel
- Familiarity with solid waste disposal regulations in the Yukon and the Town of Watson Lake Solid Waste Bylaw
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Strong communication and customer service skills
- Standard First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
- WHMIS certification, or willingness to obtain
- Transportation of Dangerous Goods certification, or willingness to obtain
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, permanent position with 40 hours per week. The pay range is $25.63 to $28.01 per hour, Range 3 of the Collective Agreement Wage Grid.
Working conditions are varied and include a combination of indoor and outdoor work. The incumbent is expected to wear protective footwear and hearing protection for safety. This position involves regular interaction with a wide variety of customers and may involve heavy, dirty materials, noisy environments, and outdoor work in poor weather conditions.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity – Weigh Scale Operator
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter, or an expression of interest for internal applicants, by 4:00pm on Thursday, August 27, 2026.
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026 at 4:00pm
Auxiliary Custodian – Recreation Centre
The Town of Watson Lake is seeking a dependable, detail-oriented, and hardworking Custodian to join our Parks and Recreation team on an auxiliary, on-call basis.
The Custodian plays an important role in keeping Town of Watson Lake recreational facilities clean, safe, and welcoming for community use. This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in their work, can manage their time effectively, and is comfortable working independently while also supporting the broader Recreation team when needed.
About the Role:
The Custodian is responsible for routine cleaning and sanitation of recreation facilities and may also assist the Front Desk and Recreation Programmer with events and customer service support, including:
- Performing comprehensive custodial work to ensure recreation facilities remain clean and sanitary
- Completing scheduled cleaning and polishing of floors
- Assisting with special event set-up, take-down, and cleaning as necessary
- Following established organizational cleaning protocols and procedures
- Reporting maintenance issues to the Recreation Programmer
- Monitoring cleaning supply and equipment inventory and reporting requirements to the Recreation Programmer
- Following all established policies and safe work practices
- Assisting front desk staff and facility patrons when required
- Attending staff meetings
- Performing other related duties as directed by the Recreation Programmer
What You Bring:
Qualifications and experience include:
- Minimum Grade 10 education
- Experience in custodial work, including floor maintenance
- Knowledge of cleaning equipment and products
- Knowledge of safe practices when using cleaning products
- Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team
- Strong time management skills
- Ability to diligently follow written and verbal direction
- WHMIS certification, or willingness to obtain
Additional Information:
This is an auxiliary, on-call position with no guaranteed hours. Hours will be based on the operational needs of the Parks and Recreation Department.
The pay range for this position is $26.95 to $29.45 per hour, Range 4 of the Collective Agreement Wage Grid.
This is a unionized position. The successful candidate will be required to join the union and pay applicable union dues.
The successful candidate is required to provide a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check prior to their start date.
How to Apply
Begin by reviewing the full employment opportunity document for this position by following the link below:
Employment Opportunity – Auxiliary Custodian (Recreation Centre)
To apply for this position, please submit a resume and cover letter clearly outlining your qualifications and experience as they relate to this role.
Shannon Bergeron, Director of Community Services
Email: csrec@watsonlake.ca
In person: Town Office, 710 Adela Trail, Watson Lake
Closing Date: Until Filled
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.