Licensed Heavy Duty Technician

GFL Environmental Inc.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Orthodontics and vision coverage

Life Insurance

Competitive wage

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a Licensed Heavy Duty Technician in Calgary, AB to operate, repair, and maintain diesel and alternative fuel trucks and heavy equipment. The role covers complex diagnostics, PMs, safety inspections, and documentation of repairs. Must be able to mentor apprentices and adhere to safety standards.

The position is afternoon shift, Monday to Thursday 1:30pm-10pm and Friday 11am-7:30pm, with competitive wages and a commitment to growth opportunities within the company.

Qualifications

• Journeyman designation or equivalent is required or preferred
• Valid Driver’s License is required
• Red Seal is preferred but not required
• Experience with CVIP inspections and familiarity with vehicle maintenance procedures

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex engines (CNG/diesel) and electrical/hydraulic systems
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance including PMs and safety inspections
• Document parts usage, repair times, and service records accurately
• Review, plan, and schedule work as required to maintain fleet uptime
• Mentor apprentices and support their progression through training
• Operate shop tools and equipment following safety procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with company standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement and other duties as assigned

Skills

Journeyman

Driver's license

Own tools

CVIP inspections

Diagnostics software

Computer literacy

Communication

Self-starter

Attention to detail

Education

Red Seal

Tools

Own tools

Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for a Licensed Heavy Duty Technician to join our team in Calgary, AB! Our Licensed Technicians safely operate, repair, and maintain GFL Environmental owned commercial diesel and alternative fuel trucks, and heavy equipment to ensure its ability to operate safely. This is an afternoon shift position working Monday to Thursday, 1:30pm-10pm, Friday 11am-7:30pm. Now paying industry leading wages! At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Benefits

• Competitive benefits plan, including: Retirement Saving Options, for future financial security
• Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Competitive wage

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair complex, modern CNG and diesel engines, and advanced electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Perform repairs and preventive maintenance tasks such as PM and safety inspections.
• Complete required record keeping associated with repairing vehicles, documenting parts usage, and accounting for repair times.
• Review, plan and schedule work as required.
• Mentor apprentice technicians and provide training to complete their apprenticeship program.
• Operate tools, equipment, and machinery according to company safety procedures.
• Ensure shop equipment and tools are kept in a safe operating condition.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area in compliance with company safety standards.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Journeyman designation or equivalent
• Valid Driver’s License
• Provide own tools and willingness to acquire tools as required for jobs.
• Red Seal is preferred but not required.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Ability to perform CVIP inspections, and familiarity with transportation regulation.
• Knowledge of tools required to perform repairs and maintenance on commercial vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to follow schedules, instructions, technical manuals and maintenance guidelines, and other procedures associated with the maintenance of company fleet assets.
• Experience using diagnostic software is preferred.
• Must be computer literate and willing and able to be trained in software systems.
• Ability to communicate effectively across various levels of the organization and communicate with customers and external vendors.
• Ability to be a self-starter capable of working effectively in a team environment or as an individual contributor.
• Excellent attention to detail, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills.

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 #GFLTALENT.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Visa and Work Authorization

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.

Current GFL Employees

If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub.

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, and 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.