Recovery Technician, Recycling and Waste Management Services

GFL Environmental; Flin Flon; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading environmental services company in Flin Flon seeks a Recovery Technician for the transportation and management of hazardous wastes. This role involves loading and unloading trucks, ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining proper documentation. Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, certification from a Truck Driving School, and strong mechanical skills. Commitment to safety and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High integrity and work ethic.
• Professional demeanor, able to work under stress.
• Ability to work outdoors and indoors.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cargo handling and ensure safety compliance.
• Work with government documents such as manifests.
• Maintain accurate logs and documentation.

Skills

Strong mechanical skills

Excellent organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to lift over 75 lbs

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification from a recognized Truck Driving School

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class 1A preferred)

Job description

Recovery Technician, Recycling and Waste Management Services

Apply locations: Flin Flon, Manitoba

Type: Full time | Posted: 11 Days Ago | Job Requisition ID: R28579

This role involves transporting, removing, delivering, and collecting various liquid and solid hazardous wastes from customer sites. The technician will load and unload trucks and operate various vehicles and equipment, including box trucks, within their license specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Oversee cargo handling, secure loads, and ensure safety compliance according to applicable acts and regulations.
2. Work with government documents such as manifests.
3. Perform vehicle trip inspections to ensure safety and roadworthiness.
4. Comply with legislation regarding safe operation, carriage of goods, driver hours, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, customs, and weights and dimensions.
5. Operate trucks into loading/unloading positions, following signals and checking vehicle positions.
6. Inspect vehicles before use and report any defects or incidents.
7. Maintain accurate logs and documentation including driver logs, bills of lading, and manifests.
8. Communicate effectively with customers, the public, and co-workers.
9. Load and unload trucks, ensuring loads are secure.
10. Deliver products and paperwork courteously and promptly.
11. Clean up debris from loading/unloading activities.
12. Provide feedback on operational issues and assist in training others.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. Certification from a recognized Truck Driving School and a valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class 1A preferred).
3. Strong mechanical skills and ability to perform routine maintenance.
4. Excellent organizational, communication, and multitasking skills.
5. High integrity and work ethic.
6. Professional demeanor, able to work under stress.
7. Ability to work outdoors and indoors, lift over 75 lbs, and work overtime/weekends as needed.

Additional Information:

We thank all applicants; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity employment and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact [e-mail].

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At GFL, our people are our greatest asset. We foster growth, support personal goals, and are committed to safety and sustainability, aiming to create a cleaner, greener future.