Forklift Operator - Days

GFL Environmental Inc. • Hamilton, ON

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for someone with the flexibility and right attitude to perform various tasks within the Hamilton facility to meet the needs of our customers. Reporting to the Supervisor, this position is accountable for providing assistance in the completion of various operating assignments. This position will operate in an industrial setting that operates 5 days per week. You may be required to work additional hours and/or outside of regular hours to meet customer requirements. This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a drug and alcohol test.

Requirements

• Must be able to perform labour intensive duties (i.e. heavy lifting is required)
• Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must have previous equipment experience
• Wearing and maintenance of required PPE including respirator mask
• Must be able to communicate in English both verbally and electronically
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Previous knowledge of waste management operations are preferred

Responsibilities

• Process containerized waste such as drums, pails and totes by emptying, bulking, scraping and cutting containers
• Maintain accurate and legible processing records as per your assigned work area (i.e. drums or batteries)
• Operate a forklift to move material within the facility and to perform other warehousing type tasks
• Operate a floor sweeper to assist with general housekeeping and cleaning
• Perform general housekeeping on a daily basis, including segregation and proper storage of containers, snow removal, cleaning and warehouse organization
• Attend and participate in safety meetings and tool talks
• Report all safety incidents, equipment malfunction or any substandard performance to supervisor
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed