Facility Operator, Processing Facilities

GFL Environmental; Corunna; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking environmental solutions company as a Facility Operator in Corunna, Ontario. This role involves processing hazardous and non-hazardous waste using mobile equipment on customer sites, with opportunities for travel across Southwestern Ontario. You'll ensure safe operations, assist with loading and unloading, and maintain equipment. The company values growth and sustainability, offering a supportive environment where you can develop your skills and make a positive impact on the community. If you are physically fit, mechanically inclined, and ready to contribute to a greener future, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Valid DZ License with clean driver's abstract is required.
• Physically fit and able to lift +50lbs for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and safe processing of waste.
• Operate mobile processing machinery and troubleshoot issues.
• Promote a safety culture among employees.

Skills

Ability to perform moderately labour intensive tasks

Excellent communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Ability to lift +50lbs

Mechanically inclined

Education

Valid DZ License

Job description

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Facility Operator, Processing Facilities

Apply locations Corunna, Ontario time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R25055 Located out of our Corunna Facility, Operators in the Onsite division primarily process hazardous and non-hazardous waste using mobile equipment directly on customer sites. This includes dredging, dewatering, water treatment, tank and equipment cleaning. Over 50% of the work is typically done in Sarnia-Lambton, with the remaining projects requiring travel within Ontario. Travel outside of Ontario may be required to complete specific projects, but primarily job sites are located across Southwestern Ontario.

Key Responsibilities:
• Ensure waste is processed in a timely and safe manner
• Assist with the loading and unloading of trucks and containers
• Ensure incoming and outgoing waste conforms with acceptance protocol
• Operation of mobile processing machinery and equipment and troubleshoot any processing issues
• Ensure safe operation and procedures are followed at all times
• Complete paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted on time
• Complete job hazard risk assessments
• Promote a safety culture with all employees
• Ensure superior customer service is provided
• General shop clean up and equipment maintenance
• Other miscellaneous tasks as required

Requirements:
• Vaild DZ License with clean driver's abstract

Knowledge, Skills and Key Competencies:

• Ability to perform moderately labour intensive and repetitious tasks
• Physically fit with the ability to lift +50lbs and stand for extended periods of time

• Mechanically inclined

• Knowledge of pumps and process equipment considered an asset
• Excellent communication skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Able to work independently and in a team environment

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