Helper

GFL Environmental; Dieppe; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly wage

Company-paid benefits

EFAP

RRSP matching

Boot allowance

Uniforms provided

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Waste & Recycling Helper to support field operations alongside a driver. You’ll collect solid waste and recyclables from residential and commercial routes, assist with loading, sorting, and basic vehicle maintenance, and help maintain safety standards.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliability, and a proactive approach to route efficiency, with full company benefits and development opportunities offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• 1–3 months of related experience preferred, but not required.
• Driver’s license is a plus, but not required.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria, including background/drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Collect solid waste, organic, and recyclable materials from customer premises or curbside; load materials into the truck compartments.
• Safely operate hydraulic compaction equipment and mechanism controls on the truck.
• Direct the driver during backing maneuvers and assist with route navigation for safe operation.
• Follow predetermined route standards and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Sort materials into designated compartments and assist with sorting, cleaning carts, and handling containers.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Waste & Recycling Helper plays a vital role in keeping our communities clean and safe. Working alongside a driver, you will be responsible for collecting solid waste and recyclable materials from residential and commercial routes, operating truck compaction equipment, and ensuring strict adherence to safety standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• 100% company-paid benefits (no out-of-pocket premiums)
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• RRSP matching program
• Boot and prescription safety glasses allowance
• Uniforms provided
• Fair vacation practices
• Career development opportunities
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

Key Responsibilities

• Field Operations & Route Maintenance
• Collection & Loading: Collect solid waste, organic, and recyclable materials from customer premises or curbside; load materials into the rear/side compartments of the vehicle.
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate hydraulic compaction equipment and mechanism controls on the truck.
• Route Efficiency: Work with the driver and route supervisor to follow predetermined route standards and suggest efficiency improvements.
• Sorting & Material Handling: Sort materials into designated compartments as required; assist with sorting, cleaning carts, managing pallets/containers, and operating warehouse compactors as needed.
• Vehicle & Driver Support
• Driver Assistance: Direct the driver during backing maneuvers and tight-space navigation to ensure safe vehicle operation.
• Pre-Route Audits: Verify the truck is equipped with necessary tools (e.g., broom, shovel, spill kits) prior to departing the branch.
• Vehicle Maintenance: Assist the driver in keeping the interior cab and exterior of the vehicle clean and well-maintained.
• Safety, Compliance & Quality
• Safety Protocols: Strictly follow all personal, vehicle, and equipment safety checks.
• Comply with federal, state/provincial, local, and company safety rules.
• PPE Adherence: Wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times (e.g., high-visibility safety vest, work boots, safety glasses, gloves).
• Prohibited Items: Identify and tag prohibited waste items, notify the driver/supervisor, and remove non-compliant items from carts or cans.
• Meetings & Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in mandatory branch and safety meetings.
• Customer & Professional Service: Professional Representation: Maintain a professional demeanor and positive attitude when interacting with customers and the public.
• Issue Reporting: Immediately report customer concerns, damaged equipment, or route obstacles to the driver or supervisor.
• General Support: Perform other operational duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• Experience: 1-3 months of related experience (labor, route assistance, or waste management) preferred, but not required.
• Driver’s License: Valid driver’s license is a plus, but not required.
• Safety Compliance: Must meet all company criteria for performing safety-sensitive functions, including passing applicable background/drug screenings.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with team members and the public. Ability to understand and execute instructions with limited supervision. Capability to learn and safely operate truck mechanisms and route tools.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Physical Activity: Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, and balancing throughout the shift.
• Manual Lifting: Ability to manually lift and carry up to 65 lbs regularly.
• Team Lifting: Ability to push, pull, or move up to 100 lbs with assistance.
• Vision Capabilities: Must have good depth perception, peripheral vision, close/distance vision, and color recognition.
• Work Environment: Outdoor Exposure: Work in an outdoor field environment up to 100% of the shift, exposed to varying weather conditions (rain, extreme heat, cold, high humidity).
• Safety Hazards: Continuous work in motor vehicle traffic conditions, around moving...

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.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship 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.

At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset-our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form "Team Green" - united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations - Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services - Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.