Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; City of Leduc; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

RRSP/DPSP

Career growth

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Green for Life Perks

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a versatile Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator to operate heavy earthworks and processing equipment at the Camrose Landfill. You will manage daily tasks, perform inspections and maintenance, and drive safe, high‑quality output in a challenging outdoor setting.

This role requires hands-on problem solving, strong technical know‑how, and a willingness to work overtime across project sites.

Qualifications

• Hands-on operation with heavy earthworks and processing equipment experience.
• Ability to troubleshoot operational issues on site.
• Willingness to work heavy overtime to support critical projects.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy earthworks and processing equipment at Camrose Landfill.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Maintain safety, output and quality standards among the team.
• Manage workflows across distant project locations and deadlines.

Skills

Hands-on operation

Problem-solving

Commitment

Job description

GFL Environmental is seeking a versatile and skilled Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator to operate heavy earthworks and processing equipment at the Camrose Landfill.

Why GFL

• Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, and experience.
• 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.
• 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.

What You’ll Do

• Hands-On Operation: Spend most of your time directly operating heavy earthworks and processing equipment at peak performance.
• Take Initiative & Solve Problems: Think on your feet to resolve unexpected obstacles.
• Drive Accountability: Lead by example, setting a high standard of work ethic, holding both yourself and your coworkers accountable for safety, output, and quality.
• Manage Workflows: Work independently across distant project locations, managing daily tasks, equipment care, and project deadlines seamlessly.

A Day In The Life

• Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily.
• Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily
• Operate necessary equipment to pack and cover waste material at the active face.
• 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.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

What You Bring

• Deep Technical Expertise: Extensive experience in heavy earthworks and processing equipment (e.g., forestry or gravel crushing operations). While landfill experience is an asset, a strong background in similar heavy industrial environments is highly valued.
• Problem-Solving Ability: Ability to troubleshoot operational issues instantly and adapt to changing conditions on site.
• Commitment: Ability to work a schedule involving heavy overtime to ensure the success of critical projects.

About GFL

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!

• Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
• We offer a competitive benefits plan, including RRSP match, orthodontics and vision coverage
• With 20,000+ employees across North America, we offer a dynamic set of career opportunities, locations and growth!
• We appreciate all of the local communities we live and work in, and actively contribute to them through our flagship Full Circle Project
• We believe investing in the future is the right investment, our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
• GFL is traded on the NYSE & the TSX – search "GFL" to see our stock performance

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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]