At GFL Environmental, we are looking for a dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team. This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to play a vital role in local sustainability. If you are a safety-minded professional who takes pride in maintaining high-performance machinery, we want to hear from you.
Local Impact: Keep your community clean and sustainable.
Safety First: We provide the gear and training to keep you safe every day.
Career Growth: Opportunities to obtain Transfer Station and Landfill Operations certifications.
Operational Excellence
Precision Operation: Expertly maneuver heavy equipment (Excavators, Front-loaders, Balers, Bobcats, and Bulldozers) to process, bale, and load waste materials.
Machine Stewardship: Take ownership of your equipment through daily inspections, fluid checks, and lubrication to ensure peak performance.
Proactive Maintenance: Clear debris from tracks and gear mechanisms daily to prevent downtime and preserve company assets.
Communication & Collaboration
Field Syncing: Utilize two-way radios to coordinate with the office and field crews, ensuring site priorities are met efficiently.
Versatility: Step in for team members as needed, demonstrating a "one team" mentality to keep the site running smoothly.
Safety & Compliance
Standard Bearer: Attend all safety and branch meetings; adhere strictly to federal, state, and local regulations.
Site Pride: Maintain the appearance of the facility grounds to uphold GFL’s professional corporate image.
Experience: Previous experience operating heavy machinery in a waste, construction, or industrial setting is highly preferred.
Certifications:
Valid Forklift Certification (Required).
High School Diploma/GED (Preferred).
Willingness/Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations Certification
Skills:
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Basic math proficiency and the ability to interpret equipment gauges accurately.
Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).
Environment: Thrive in an outdoor, 100% field-based role. You are comfortable working in various weather conditions and moderate-to-loud noise environments.
Physicality: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform active tasks including climbing, stooping, and kneeling.
Stamina: Capable of operating machinery within a covered cab for extended periods.
If you are ready to bring your expertise to a fast-paced, essential industry, apply today!
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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.
