Equipment Operator
Full-time
GFL Environmental
Job Summary: At GFL, our Equipment Operators do more than collect waste and recycling—they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will safely operate equipment, perform daily maintenance, and keep your community running cleanly and smoothly.
Job Summary:
At GFL, our Equipment Operators do more than collect waste and recycling—they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will safely operate equipment, perform daily maintenance, and keep your community running cleanly and smoothly.
Why GFL:
- Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
- Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
- Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.
Requirements:
- Licensing: Class 3 driver's license OR Valid Class 5 driver’s license with Airbrake endorsement. A clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Commercial Driving Experience (Asset): Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience (or completion of an accredited truck driving school program).
- Equipment Operation: Demonstrated ability to safely operate equipment regularly including a Landfill Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, and Rock Truck.
- Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles.
- Reliability: Strong attendance record and flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed.
- Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Completion of a recognized equipment course. Ability to obtain Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
- Additional: Must be self-motivated and a reliable team-player. Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.
Responsibilities:
- Safe Operation: Safely operate equipment, assess incoming material for disposal to determine the contamination rates, determine when contamination levels are exceeded and communicate accordingly.
- Safety Inspections: Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily. Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
- System Operations: Skillfully operate equipment systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage. Clean trash and mud from tracks of equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more frequently if needed. Perform snow removal activities prior to the facility operating hours.
- Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly report any mechanical write-ups, hazards, or safety incidents to management. Use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities, requirements, and priorities for the work day.
- Service Quality: Maintain high productivity, customer service standards, and cleanliness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to all laws, municipal bylaws, company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards. Conform in all respects with applicable federal, provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. Attend safety and branch meetings.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with Helpers and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Additional Duties: Assist with site maintenance including small construction projects. Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.
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Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.
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