Millwright

GFL Environmental Inc.; Holland Landing; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Retirement Savings RRSP/DPSP

Modern Facility & Gear

Nationwide Career Growth

Employee Support (EAP)

Green for Life Perks

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a Millwright Apprentice to join our maintenance team in Ontario. You will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on conveyors, compactors and balers to keep operations running safely and efficiently.

We require a registered Millwright Apprentice (or working toward certification), 3+ years in maintenance, strong troubleshooting, and knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, welding, and safety practices in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Millwright Apprentice or working toward trade certification.
• 3+ years in maintenance or industrial setting (waste/recycling preferred).
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; experience with waste bins, compactors or balers is a plus.
• Demonstrated welding experience and fabrication skills.
• Ability to meet safety requirements including Lockout/Tagout.
• Strong troubleshooting skills; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on bins, compaction systems, and baler equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues on truck bins and plant equipment.
• Maintain operational readiness and uptime for recycling and waste handling machinery.
• Document service records and inspection logs; complete daily reporting.
• Coordinate downtime and maintenance with operations and fleet teams.
• Identify parts and liaise with procurement for sourcing.
• Ensure safety standards and regulatory guidelines are followed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Millwright apprenticeship

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

Lockout/Tagout

Welding

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Education

Registered Millwright Apprentice

Job description

Job Summary:

At GFL, our Millwright Apprentices do more than repair equipment—they are essential to keeping our processing facilities running at peak efficiency. In this role, you will perform a variety of diagnostics and repairs on industrial equipment, including conveyors, compactors, and balers, ensuring that our infrastructure operates safely and reliably to support our facility operations.

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 Facility & Gear:Work in a high-performance environment with well-maintained 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:

• Licensing/Education:Registered Millwright Apprentice (or working towards trade certification).
• Experience:3+ years of experience in a maintenance or industrial setting (waste/recycling industry preferred).
• Technical Proficiency:Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems; experience working with waste bins, compactors, balers, or similar mechanical equipment is an asset.
• Welding Skills:Demonstrated experience completing minor welding repairs and fabrication.
• Safety Commitment:Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures.
• Problem Solving:Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Preventive Maintenance:Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on bins, compaction systems, and baler equipment.
• Repair & Diagnostics:Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues related to truck bins and plant equipment.
• Operational Readiness:Assist in maintaining operational readiness and uptime of recycling and waste handling machinery.
• Documentation & Reporting:Maintain and update service records, inspection logs, and equipment history; complete daily reporting and tracking of all maintenance and repairs.
• Planning & Coordination:Work collaboratively with operations and fleet teams to coordinate downtime and maintenance schedules.
• Parts Procurement:Identify parts and materials required for repairs and liaise with procurement for sourcing.
• Regulatory Compliance:Ensure all work is completed in strict compliance with GFL’s safety standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines.
• Additional Duties:Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.

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