Posted 3 months ago
GIS and Route Planning Analyst
@ Emterra Group
Elmira, Ontario
Overview
Emterra Group is hiring a GIS and Route Planning Analyst based in Peel or Kitchener to optimize collection routes and fleet operations. The role uses GIS software, analyzes route and driver data, and produces driver-friendly maps. Pay is stated as $70,000 to $75,000 per year, on site, with required travel within Canada for data collection.
Pay:
$70,000–$75,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Create and optimize collection routes using GIS software
- Observe and analyze collection routes on the road
- Analyze fleet and hauling operations and driver efficiency
- Maintain route files, maps and KPI reports
Requirements summary:
- Recent post-secondary GIS, geography or planning diploma
- Minimum one year practical GIS software experience
- Strong routing, mapping and GIS principles knowledge
- Valid driver's licence and reliable vehicle
- Advanced MS Office and GIS software skills
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-06
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Data & analytics |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Travel | ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Office, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Education | College diploma (required) |
| Fields of study | GIS, Geography, Planning |
| Perks mentioned | Tuition support, Wellness |
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Emterra Group
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Transforming waste into resources
Full company description
Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste, corporate sustainability and environmental impact goals. Emterra Group offers innovative and comprehensive waste & recycling solutions that increase waste diversion while delivering cost savings. With 1000 employees, a fleet of 500+ trucks, and 20 recycling plant and office locations, the Emterra Group of companies consists of: Emterra Environmental & Emterra Environmental USA – Provides waste audit, collections, waste disposal, recyclables processing and commodities marketing services in British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Michigan. Emterra Tire Recycling – Collects and recycles used, discarded and un-saleable tires, recovering 100% of tire materials. This facility serves Ontario. Canadian Liquids Processors Ltd. – The only recycling facility of its kind in Canada, CLP provides confidential and secure liquid recycling and product destruction services for un-saleable consumable liquids, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Wastes are converted into ethanol and renewable energy while recycling 100% of all packaging. CLP serves businesses Canada-wide.
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,698
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 645
- Reported office locations
- 567 Michigan Dr, Oakville, Ontario L6L 0G4, CA
- 6362 148th Street, Surrey, British Columbia V3S 3C4, CA
- 15 Biggar Avenue, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 3Z3, CA
- 8 Bramwin Court, Brampton, Ontario L6T 5G2, CA
- 132 Riverside Dr, North Vancouver District, BC V7H 1T9, CA
- Other recorded names
- Emterra Group
- Specialties
- Recycling
- Waste Diversion
- Zero Waste
- Waste Management
- and circular economy
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Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Oakville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | RecyclingWaste DiversionZero WasteWaste Managementand circular economy |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 65 |
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Who We Are
Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).
The position of GIS and Route Planning Analyst will work with Emterra’s operations teams, to enhance current and future fleet/hauling operations, focusing on route optimization and asset utilization. The successful candidate will be required to travel within Canada for data collection purposes and the position will be based out of our Peel or Kitchener location
Position Description
- Source, implement, and utilize Geographic Information System (GIS) software to create and optimize collection routes for maximum productivity.
- On road/route observations of collection routes.
- Analyze fleet/hauling operations including driver and routing efficiency, time and motion studies, and cost saving improvements.
- Analyze data collected on the routes and add to existing database for various areas.
- Ensure routes are ‘driver-friendly’, efficient, and safe.
- Create digital and hard copy route maps that are ‘driver-friendly’.
- Maintain current and accurate route files, maps, and statistics.
- Review and report on KPIs.
- Convert Excel Data into shapefiles (Georeferencing).
- Collecting GIS data from various open data sources
- Create, maintain and/or modify existing Geographic Information Systems (GIS) databases.
Skills & Qualifications
- Recent graduate from a post-secondary GIS, Geography, Planning, or related program.
- Minimum of 1 year’s practical experience using GIS software.
- Strong understanding of routing, mapping, and GIS principles.
- Experience in a technical position or work experience in the transportation industry is preferred.
- Strong computer skills and advanced understanding of MS Office Suite and GIS software.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
- Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively work well with teams as well as independently; and
- Ability and desire to think outside of the box.
Wage - $70,000 - $75,000/year
Onsite - Peel or Kitchener
Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group
- Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
- Competitive wages!
- Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
- Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the Company!
- Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support!
- Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
- Ability to have an impact and make change!
Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.
Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.
This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.
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