Processing Facilities Technician

GFL Environmental Inc.; Pickle Lake Township; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Services is hiring a Waste Technician to work on site at Musselwhite Mine, Pickle Lake, ON. The role operates on a 14 days on / 14 days off schedule and requires handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste with a strong focus on safety and efficiency.

You will verify waste upon receipt, label and document materials, operate equipment, and maintain safe procedures while delivering reliable service. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform moderately labor intensive tasks for a 12 hour daily shift.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments; outdoor work in all seasons.
• Physically able to lift over 50 lbs and stand on cement for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Ensure waste is verified upon receiving, documented, and labeled in a timely and safe manner
• Assist with organizing the waste containers, as well as loading and unloading of trucks
• Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol
• Operation of equipment as required
• Ensure safe operation and procedures are followed at all times
• Complete paperwork properly
• Complete job hazard risk assessments
• Promote a safety culture with all employees
• Ensure superior customer service is provided
• General clean up and maintenance
• Other miscellaneous tasks as required

Skills

Physically fit

Safety-focused

Team player

Communication skills

Problem solving

Independent worker

Tools

Skid steer

Forklift

Job description

Working on site at Musselwhite Mine, Pickle Lake, ON on behalf of GFL Environmental Services. The position will be 14 days on / 14 days off. The Technician is responsible for the handling, and organization of hazardous and non-hazardous waste, and removal from the site. The Technician must display a focus on safety and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure waste is verified upon receiving, documented, and labeled in a timely and safe manner
• Assist with the organizing the waste containers, as well as loading and unloading of trucks
• Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol
• Operation of equipment as required
• Ensure safe operation and procedures are followed at all times
• Complete paperwork properly
• Complete job hazard risk assessments
• Promote a safety culture with all employees
• Ensure superior customer service is provided
• General clean up and maintenance
• Other miscellaneous tasks as required

Requirements:

• Valid G driver’s license
• Ability to use skid steer, and forklift an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to perform moderately labor intensive and repetitious tasks for a 12 hour daily shift
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments, facilities are available, but outside work will be required in all seasons.
• Physically fit with the ability to lift +50lbs and stand on cement for extended periods of time
• Excellent communication skills
• Planning and organizational skills
• Ability to analyze and solve problems
• Able to work independently and in a team environment

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

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.