The general labourer is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.
Who we are:
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.
GFL 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
Key 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.
Knowledge, Skills & Competencies
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.
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
#GFLTalent
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.