Technician 1 (HPW), Industrial Services

GFL Environmental Inc.; Corunna; Presencial; CAD 40.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A waste management company in Ontario is seeking a Technician 1 for Industrial Services to receive and manage client waste, operate machinery, and ensure compliance with environmental standards. The ideal candidate will have post-secondary education in a related field and must be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, and able to lift heavy loads. This is an entry-level, full-time position with opportunities for growth in the company.

Formación

• Familiarity with waste management regulations is an asset.
• Previous hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset.
• Emergency response availability, including evenings and weekends.

Responsabilidades

• Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids and containerized.
• Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis.
• Control and monitor chemical handling equipment.

Conocimientos

Post-Secondary education in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Technology

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs

Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English

Educación

Post-Secondary education in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Technology

Herramientas

Air-diaphragm pumps

Bulk liquid transfer systems

Propane forklift

Descripción del empleo

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Key Responsibilities

• Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids 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.
• Control and monitor chemical reactions in chemical process reactors, storage tanks, etc.
• Control and monitor chemical handling equipment (pumps, compressors, blowers, boilers, air systems, etc.).
• Perform wastewater treatment and discharge according to our site‑specific Environmental Certificate of Approvals (ECAs) and associated compliance requirements from the Region of Peel.
• Perform acid/base neutralizations efficiently, safely and effectively.
• 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 Shift Supervisor/General Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, or other incidents or accidents that are identified.
• Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Shift Supervisor/General Manager.
• Comply with rules, procedures, safe work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards, and use of personal protective equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Key Competencies

• Post‑Secondary education in Chemistry/Chemical Engineering/Technology or related internship.
• Familiarity with waste management regulations, Ontario regulation 347, and Transportation of Dangerous Goods is an asset.
• 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.
• Mechanical aptitude, including knowledge and use of hand tools.
• Motivated, able to multi‑task, work effectively in a team environment.
• Safety‑conscious, detail‑oriented.
• Comfortable working in a primarily outdoor environment.
• Willing and able to achieve proper respirator PPE fit and seal relative to facial hair growth limits.
• Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.
• Emergency response availability, including evenings and weekends.
• Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate effectively in English.
• Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required drug and alcohol testing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. 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 and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for this position, please contact [e-mail].

Senior‑ity level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Other