This driver will transport, remove, deliver, and collect various liquid and solid hazardous wastes from various customer sites. Will be required to load and unload trucks. Will also have the ability to operate a variety of truck and equipment including vacuum trucks, box trucks, and any other equipment that fits their license on site if necessary.
The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:
• 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 planning.
• Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.
• Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.
• Chemical assessments and advisory services.
• Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.
• 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
• Follow all established organizational policies and procedures
• Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence
• Perform 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
• Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act
• Participate in team/staff meetings when required
• Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk
Requirements:
• High School diploma minimum.
• Certification from recognized Truck Driving School.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License
• Overtime as required.
• Weekend work may be required, on call schedule in effect on weekly basis.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• 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.
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL is committed to 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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
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.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
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GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
