Our Hamilton - Imperial St. site 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.
Key Responsibilities:
Sample incoming bulk loads and conduct basic laboratory fingerprinting on the sample.
Maintain accurate and legible processing records as per your assigned work area
Offload incoming van trailer loads. Sample all received containers, and complete basic laboratory fingerprinting on the samples.
Organize containerized waste such as drums, pails and totes according to processing determined by laboratory testing.
Assist with processing 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
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
Knowledge, Skills & Key Competencies:
Previous knowledge of waste management operations are preferred
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
Working Conditions
This position is primarily performed in the yard and solids processing area. Incumbent must be comfortable working in an outdoor environment in various weather conditions
You must be able to stand for long periods of time
You may be exposed to environmental conditions such as: hot, cold, dirt, dust, wet or noise
You must be able to work independently and as part of a larger team environment
You must be able to communicate in English both verbally and electronically
Work Schedule
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.
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.