Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Kitchener; On-site; CAD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings

Modern Fleet & Gear

Nationwide Career Growth

Employee Support

Green for Life Perks

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking an equipment operator in Canada to safely operate and/or have the ability to operate a variety of heavy machinery including excavators, front loaders, and bulldozers to bale, load, and move waste material.

The role requires forklift certification and may require Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification. Daily inspections, lubrication, and maintenance are part of the duties, along with site duties and substitutions as needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of forklift certification.
• Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

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.

Education

Forklift certification

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.

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:

• Completion of forklift certification.

• 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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for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.