AZ Operator 1, Emergency Response

GFL Environmental Inc. • North Stormont, ON

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is for an AZ Equipment Operator 1 – Emergency Response (ER) within a unionized environment. The role is critical for operating and maintaining heavy vehicles and equipment to support environmental cleanup and emergency spill response activities. The operator will respond to various incidents including environmental and industrial spills, clandestine laboratory decommissioning, highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks, train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety, marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water (involving boom deployment and boat operations), and weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding. The role also involves chemical assessments and advisory services, working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders, and incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters. GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all and supports employee growth, professional development, and making a positive impact on the environment, aiming to create cleaner and more sustainable communities.

Requirements

• 4000 hours competed with the Employer.
• Valid AZ License.
• Passed competency evaluation by GFL Supervisor.
• Operate Proficiently at Equipment, including but not Limited to: Pneumatic & Shell Tankers, Wet / Dry Vac, Hydro Vac, Liquid (wet) vac, Roll-off Truck and/or Trailers Box Trailers & Straight Truck (including use of pallet jackets, dolly’s, carts, etc.).
• Sewer Cleaning Equipment i.e. combination / sewer flushing units.
• Confined Space Watch, Rescue & Entrance (certified training required).
• Certified Emergency Response Hazmat Technician (GFL course).
• Capable to drive manual transmission truck(s).
• High School diploma minimum.
• Certification from recognized Truck Driving School.
• Valid Commercial AZ License.
• Overtime as required.
• Weekend work may be required, on call schedule in effect on weekly basis.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, consistent decisive personality.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.

Responsibilities

• Operating and maintaining heavy vehicles and equipment in support of environmental cleanup and emergency spill response activities.
• Responding to various incidents such as environmental and industrial spills, clandestine laboratory decommissioning, highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks.
• Responding to train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety.
• Performing marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water, involving boom deployment and boat operations.
• Responding to weather events involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.
• Conducting chemical assessments and advisory services.
• Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.
• Responding to incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.
• Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required.
• Operating his/her position in an efficient and safe manner.
• Completing work related documentation and reporting.
• Following all established organizational policies and procedures.
• Promoting and participating in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence.
• Performing work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others.
• Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others.
• Adhering to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act.
• Working in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.
• Special assistance or accommodation to apply for a posted position.
• Support for great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting people with their life ambitions.
• Growth opportunities for employees.
• Support for employees' personal goals, helping them create the career and life they desire (advancing in job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, mentoring others, having time to pursue other life ambitions).
• Opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees