Saskatoon Recycling Coach

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Date Posted January 23, 2023
Expiry Date of Posting February 27, 2023
Organization Name Saskatchewan Waste Reduction Council
Contact Name Deirdre Fritsch
Mailing Address 208-220 20th St W
City Sasaktoon
Postal Code S7M 0W9
Phone Number 306-931-3242
Fax Number
Email Address deirdre@saskwastereduction.ca
Web Site www.swrc.ca
Position Title Saskatoon Recycling Coach
Job Description

Want to become A Waste Wizard?! The Saskatoon Recycling Coaches are looking to add to their numbers. These volunteers help to promote recycling and waste diversion opportunities in Saskatoon. Once trained, these superstars will inform their fellow citizens on the steps and actions that everyone can do to reduce the amount of garbage being sent to the landfill.

Training includes learning about:
• Recycling Right in Saskatoon
• Simple Composting
• Household Hazardous Waste days
• Province-wide recycling programs
• Store take-back programs

After your training session you will be qualified to work with the Rolling Education Unit. This is a mobile teaching display that has interactive games and a wealth of informative materials. Volunteer shifts, free admission included, will be no more than 3 hours at a variety of public events; mostly Mar-Apr & Sep-Nov. A criminal record check will be required (at no cost to you).

To apply send a letter of interest that includes a brief description of yourself and how this volunteer opportunity appeals to you. Please send email to deirdre@swrc.ca for 2023 training.

Skills Required Skills Preferred: • English language proficiency • friendly & personable • communications skills • working with the public
Benefits to Volunteer Free admission to all events, like Homestyles Home Show and GardenScape
Days/Times Evenings
Weekends
Flexible
Suitable For Teens (ages 13-17)
Adults (18 and over)
Seniors
Small Groups (2-4 people)
Work With Children
Youths (ages 8-12)
Teens (ages 13-17)
Adults (18 and over)
Seniors
Families
Position Duration Short term (3 months or less)
Ongoing (more than 3 months)
Specific Dates
Application Deadline February 27, 2023
Application Procedure Email

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