Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime pay (weekly)

Weekends off

15 days PTO + paid holidays

Comprehensive benefits (medical, dent,

401(k) with company match

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a hands-on Heavy Equipment Operator in Florida to run excavators, loaders, and compactors in an essential, year-round operation. The role emphasizes safety, routine maintenance, and clear communication with ground crews.

Expect a stable schedule with weekly overtime, substantial PTO, and comprehensive benefits. You will help maintain site infrastructure while adhering to environmental and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in industrial settings.
• Ability to follow safety protocols and wear PPE at all times.
• Good communication and basic math skills for gauges and meters.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy machinery including excavators, wheel loaders, bulldozers and compactors.
• Perform daily pre-trip inspections, greasing and routine maintenance.
• Maintain site cleanliness and coordinate priorities with ground crews.
• Adhere to safety guidelines and environmental standards.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Basic math

English proficiency

Education

Forklift certification

Transfer Station / Landfill Operations certification (preferred)

Tools

Two-way radio operations

Job description

Why Join Our Crew?

If you’re a hands-on operator who thrives running heavy machinery in an industrial setting and wants a reliable schedule with solid weekly overtime, this is the spot for you. We provide year-round, essential work—no seasonal layoffs, no sitting around waiting for weather delays, just predictable hours and weekly overtime pay.

What We Offer:

• Consistent Overtime: 45+ hours standard per week (6:30 AM – 5:00 PM, Mon–Fri).
• Work-Life Balance: Weekends off to rest and spend time with family.
• Job Security: Essential industry with guaranteed year-round work and stability.

Why Work with Team Green?

• At GFL, our people are our strongest asset. We invest heavily in our team members, providing clear advancement pathways across our North American network.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO right out of the gate, plus paid company holidays.
• Comprehensive Benefits: 4 medical plan options (including HSA with employer contribution & match), plus complete dental and vision coverage.
• Financial Future: 401(k) plan with company match.
• Employee Well-Being: Free counseling services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Career Growth: Stability in an essential, recession-resilient industry with real opportunities for promotion into higher management roles.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Operate Heavy Machinery: Run excavators, track hoes, wheel loaders, track loaders, bulldozers, balers, and compactors to move, sort, and process waste and recycled materials.
• Daily Maintenance & Rig Upkeep: Perform daily pre-trip inspections, fluid checks, and greasing to keep your machine running smoothly and safely.
• Site & Equipment Care: Clear track gear/mechanisms at the end of shifts, maintain facility grounds, and communicate active job priorities with ground crews and operators via two-way radio.
• Team-First Mentality: Step in for fellow operators as needed and adhere to site safety guidelines and environmental standards.

What We’re Looking For:

• Hands-on Experience: Proven track record operating heavy equipment (yellow iron/track hoe/loader/excavator) in an industrial, scrap, landfill, or transfer station environment.
• Certifications: Forklift certification required (or ability to obtain). Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations certification if needed.
• Safety First: Strong commitment to federal, state, and site safety protocols. Safety boots and eye protection required.
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, work in outdoors/all-weather cabs (100% field setting), and perform routine mechanical greasing/cleaning.
• Communication & Basic Math: Good verbal/written English communication and basic math skills to read equipment gauges and operational meters.