Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

RRSP/DPSP program

Modern fleet & gear

Career growth

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a skilled heavy equipment operator to safely operate excavator, front loader, bulldozer or other heavy equipment at our landfill site.

You will bale, load, and move waste material while performing daily inspections and routine maintenance. The role requires 5+ years of hands-on experience with listed equipment and the ability to obtain required Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience operating excavators, front end loaders, dozers, and water trucks.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if required.
• Proven safety and equipment maintenance mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to bale and load waste into trailers.
• Perform daily inspection and maintenance checks of equipment.
• Grease/lubricate equipment and check fluids daily.
• Steer/drive listed equipment at assigned site as needed.
• Substitute for another operator when required.
• Keep the grounds and facility clean and presentable.
• Perform other site-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excavators

Front end loaders

Bulldozers

Water trucks

Education

Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification

Job description

Job Summary:

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including excavator, front loader, bulldozer, or other heavy equipment and/or steer equipment to bale, load and move waste material in a landfill.

Why GFL:

• Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
• Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of safe, modern yards with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
• Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
• Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements:

• 5+ years experience with excavators, front end loaders, dozers, and water trucks.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate necessary equipment to bale and load waste or other material into trailers.
• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily
• Operator will steer, guide and or drive the above listed equipment at the assigned site, if the equipment is used at the particular site(s) using steering wheel, shifters, levers, buttons and pedals.
• Operator will substitute for another operator if someone is absent from the work crew or as needed/required.
• Operator will clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed.
• Maintain appearance of the grounds and facility.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

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