Forklift Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator for its Hamilton facility. The role involves processing waste materials, operating machinery, and maintaining safety standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in similar environments and be able to perform physically demanding tasks.

Qualifications

• Previous knowledge of waste management operations preferred.
• Must be able to perform labor-intensive duties, including heavy lifting.
• Must have previous equipment experience.

Responsibilities

• Process containerized waste by emptying, bulking, scraping and cutting containers.
• Operate a forklift to move material within the facility.
• Maintain accurate processing records as per assigned work area.

Skills

Communication

Ability to perform labor-intensive duties

Tools

Forklift

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)

Job description

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We are looking 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:

• Process 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 (i.e. drums or batteries)
• 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 and 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

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

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