Emergency Response Excavator Operator (HazMat & Rescue)

GFL Environmental Inc.; Oshawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. Bowmanville Emergency Response division seeks an Emergency Response Operator to join the team. You will provide emergency response support, conduct environmental clean-up, and mitigate HazMat incidents.

The role includes technical rescues, dangerous goods consulting, and participation in safety training. Preferred candidates have post-secondary education in a related field, HazMat certifications, and a DZ license.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in a related field is preferred.
• Pre-service Fire/Medical/Police training is required or asset.
• NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations certification is preferred.
• NFPA 1001 Level 1 or 2 certification is preferred.
• Valid DZ license with a clean driving record is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental clean-up activities.
• Ensure Hazardous-Materials incident mitigation.
• Perform chemical transfers.
• Perform technical rescue activities.
• Involvement in chemical firefighting tasks.
• Provide dangerous goods consulting.
• Participate in industrial services.
• Respond to emergencies as requested.
• Participate in health & safety training as required.
• Operate the position safely and efficiently.
• Standby confined space rescue duties.
• Complete documentation and reporting.
• Follow policies and procedures.
• Support the organization’s vision and values.
• Promote a harassment-free work environment.
• Work safely to avoid endangering self/others.
• Report hazards, accidents or risks.
• Adhere to OHSA, WSIB Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act.
• Participate in team meetings.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong communication

On-call availability

Reliable transportation

Willingness to work heights/ confined

Confined space awareness

Bilingual English/French asset

Education

Post-secondary education in related field

Pre-service Fire/Medical/Police training

NFPA 472 Hazardous Materials Operations

NFPA 1001 Level 1 or 2

Valid DZ license with clean abstract

Tools

Hazardous materials handling equipment

Vacuum truck experience

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. Bowmanville Emergency Response division seeks an Emergency Response Operator to join the team. You will provide emergency response support, conduct environmental clean-up, and mitigate HazMat incidents.

The role includes technical rescues, dangerous goods consulting, and participation in safety training. Preferred candidates have post-secondary education in a related field, HazMat certifications, and a DZ license.