Chemical Operator, Processing Facilities

GFL Environmental Inc.; Greater Napanee; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Greater Napanee is seeking a Chemical Operator to manage hazardous and non-hazardous waste. Responsibilities include inventory, transport preparation, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. Candidates should have a degree in a relevant field and experience in waste management. Strong communication and safety consciousness are crucial for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to work day and weekend shifts as needed.
• Familiarity with waste management regulations (Ontario regulation 347, Transportation of Dangerous Goods).
• Valid G class Driver’s license with a clean driver abstract.

Responsibilities

• Inventory, pack, and remove chemical wastes from clients’ sites.
• Prepare shipments for transport ensuring safety protocols.
• Ensure customer service is prioritized and effective.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively in English

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Safety consciousness

Detail oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Must be motivated and able to multi-task

Education

Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Environmental Technology

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

Chemical Operator, Processing Facilities

Key Responsibilities

• Go out to clients’ sites to inventory, pack, and remove their chemical wastes.
• Prepare shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport.
• Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids and containerized.
• Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis.
• Ensure waste is processed in a timely and safe manner.
• Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol.
• Ensure safe operation and procedures are always followed.
• Complete paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted.
• Complete job hazard risk assessments.
• Ensure superior customer service is provided.
• Notify the Shift Supervisor/General Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents, or accidents that are identified.
• Attend Household Hazardous Waste collection events to identify, classify and separate waste. Prepare necessary waste manifest documents for transport back to GFL’s facility.
• Other tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills & Requirements

• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
• Proficient with computers, Microsoft Office suites, emails.
• Must be able to work day shift.
• Able to work weekend shifts as needed.
• Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Environmental Technology, or equivalent.
• Familiarity with waste management regulations, Ontario regulation 347, Transportation of Dangerous Goods is an asset.
• Previous hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset.
• Previous experience using various forklifts.
• Mechanical aptitude, including knowledge and use of hand tools 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 willing and able to report to work clean shaven (respirator safety).
• Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to repetitively lift 40 lbs. above waist.
• Valid G class Driver’s license, with a clean driver abstract.
• Must be able to pass security clearances for government contracts.