Helper

GFL Environmental Inc.; Stellarton; On-site; CAD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Company-paid benefits

EFAP

RRSP matching

Boot allowance

Uniforms provided

Vacation entitlement

Career development

Inclusive culture

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Stellarton, Canada, is seeking a Waste & Recycling Helper to support a driver on residential and commercial routes, collect solid waste, and operate truck equipment while adhering to safety standards.

You will assist with loading, sorting, and maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle, participate in safety meetings, and provide professional service to customers. The role offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits as listed.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to follow instructions with limited supervision.
• Capability to learn and safely operate truck mechanisms.

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.
• Coordinate with driver and route supervisor to follow route standards and improve efficiency.
• Sort materials into designated compartments; assist with sorting, cleaning carts, managing pallets/containers, and operating warehouse compactors as needed.

Skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Following instructions

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

• 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 mechanical parts, loud noises, dust, fumes, and potential toxic/caustic materials.

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