Plant Operator, Processing Facilities

GFL - Sewer Technologies Division; Pickering; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL - Sewer Technologies Division in Pickering, Ontario is seeking a Plant Operator to manage day-to-day waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal under the direction of the Operations Manager. You will support sampling, loading and unloading, operating plant machinery, and maintaining safety while ensuring SOP compliance.

Outdoor work in all weather is common, with overtime and weekend shifts possible.

Qualifications

• Experience with hazardous and non-hazardous waste is an asset.
• Experience with air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems is an asset.
• Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset.
• Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends.
• Safety-conscious and detail oriented.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Receive all client waste, bulk and containerized.
• Take samples from waste vehicles/containers for lab analysis.
• Load/unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks and tankers.
• Operate plant machinery and assist with maintenance.
• Assist with waste processing methods and procedures.
• Prepare shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport.
• Follow SOPs and report defects or incidents.
• Maintain housekeeping and safety compliance.

Skills

Waste management experience

Safety consciousness

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Air diaphragm pumps

Bulk liquid transfer systems

Job description

Our GFL Pickering location is looking for a Plant Operator to join the liquids division. Under general direction from the Operations Manager, the Plant Operator is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive all client waste – both bulk and containerized
• Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis
• Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers
• Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance
• Assisting in waste processing methods and processes
• Assist with preparing shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport
• Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed
• Notify the Supervisor/Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents or accidents that are identified
• Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Supervisor/Manager
• Comply with rules, procedures, safe work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards and use of personal protective equipment
• Maintain work area to ensure to compliance with housekeeping, environmental and safety regulations

Knowledge, Skills And Competencies

• Previous hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset
• Previous experience operating air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems is an asset
• Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset
• Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends
• Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment
• Must be safety conscious and detail oriented
• Must be comfortable working in a mostly outdoor environment in all weather conditions
• Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision