Facility Operator (AWW)

GFL Environmental Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Hamilton, ON is seeking a full-time Facility Operator to support daily operations reporting to the Operations Supervisor. You will handle bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste, perform production reports, and work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma and may have a forklift license or experience with handling chemicals. Transportation to and from the site is required as the facility is bus-route accessible.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Forklift license is an asset.
• Experience handling chemicals is an asset.
• Experience in an industrial setting is an asset.
• Must be able to read labels and identify hazard characteristics.

Responsibilities

• Bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste manually or by machine.
• Perform physical labour lifting containers up to 20L.
• Complete production reports and paperwork.
• Participate in company supplied training.
• Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily production goals.
• Work safely at all times.
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lifting ability

Verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift License (asset)

Chemicals handling experience (asset)

Industrial setting experience (asset)

Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for a full time Facility Operator, to help support our operations in Hamilton, ON. The Facility Operator will be responsible to report to the Operations Supervisor. Also be responsible for performing daily operations such as complete production reports and paperwork, and bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste (i.e. paint, stain, solvents, cleaners and aerosols) manually or by machine.

Key Responsibilities

• Bulk and consolidate household hazardous waste (i.e. paint, stain, solvents, cleaners and aerosols) manually or by machine
• Perform physical labour by lifting containers up to 20L in size
• Complete production reports and paperwork
• Participate in company supplied training
• Work independently or as part of a team to achieve daily production goals
• Work safely at all times
• Work indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, Competencies

• High School Diploma
• Forklift License is an asset
• Previous experience handling chemicals is an asset
• Previous experience in an industrial setting is an asset
• Must be able to read and identify labels on containers of waste to determine hazard characteristics
• Must be able to write in a clear and legible manner
• Must have access to reliable transportation to get to and from work on a daily basis. The facility is located on a bus route
• Must possess good verbal communication skills
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada

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 [e-mail]