Labourer (Rotational)

GFL Environmental Inc. • Gatineau, QC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The general labourer is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal. GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development. Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.

Requirements

• Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment.
• Must be safety conscious and detail oriented.
• Must be comfortable working in a mostly outdoor environment.
• Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.
• Valid G License with a good driver abstract.
• Must be clean shaven in order to wear a mask
• 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 hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset.
• Previous experience operating air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems is an asset.
• Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids and containerized.
• Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis.
• Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers.
• Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance.
• Assisting in waste treatment and waste water treatment methods and processes.
• Assist with preparing shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport.
• Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed.
• Notify the Shift Supervisor/General Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents or accidents that are identified.
• Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Shift Supervisor/Manager.
• Comply with rules, procedures, safe work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards and use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain work area to ensure to compliance with housekeeping, environmental and safety regulations.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Benefits

• Our industry leading benefits package (100% employer paid)
• RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributions
• An environment that encourages professional growth and development
• Be a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the community

What This Job Offers

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