Technician, Industrial Services

GFL Industries; Kalkaska (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO annually

Medical plan options (HSA)

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

Work boot reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

GFL Environmental Services in Michigan, Kalkaska, is seeking an industrial field laborer to safely and efficiently complete site tasks across our core service lines. You will prepare sites, assist with cleanup, and operate basic tools while adhering to strict safety protocols.

This full-time role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, pass background and drug screening, and maintain a clean driving record for site travel.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working around heavy equipment preferred.
• Ability to use hand tools and perform repetitive heavy lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to changes in work schedule and on-call every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare sites; power washing/hydro blasting, digging, sweeping, entering confined spaces, and remove hazardous waste with training.
• Identify hazards to ensure safety of personnel and equipment.
• Wear, use, and maintain PPE on HAZWOPER sites; uniforms provided.
• Monitor site for hazards and maintain a safe working environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by site superintendent or management.

Skills

Heavy equipment experience

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for safely and efficiently completing tasks and duties associated with industrial field labor. You must be able to work in compliance in the delivery of GFL's four (4) core service lines (Emergency Response, Industrial and Marine Services, Facility Decontamination, and Site Remediation). Compensation based upon experience. Full-time permanent position with benefits. At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

Benefits

• 3 weeks PTO annually
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid holidays
• Work boot reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Job Responsibilities

• Clean and prepare sites and may include power washing/hydro blasting, digging, sweeping, entering confined spaces, and remove any hazardous waste materials after appropriate training.
• Identify any hazards as observed for safety of personnel and equipment.
• Requires the ability to properly wear, use, and maintain personal respirator equipment and other forms of personal protective equipment (PPE) on HAZWOPER sites.
• Uniforms and all PPE provided.
• Monitor job site for hazards and maintain a safe working environment.
• Due to the diversity of both scheduled and non-scheduled projects, physical demands, and environmental conditions vary significantly depending on the project.
• May work in environments that are extreme in nature like environmental conditions such as heat, cold, heights, hazardous chemicals, loud noises, dangerous equipment, long hours etc.
• May be exposed to varying levels of physical activities and physical extremes such as long periods of standing, walking, crouching, use of hand tools, and heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by site superintendent, or management.

Requirements

• Previous experience working around heavy equipment preferred.
• Must have Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screening and criminal background screening.
• Ability to use hand tools, and physically able to perform repetitive heavy lifting of up to 50 pounds.
• Flexibility to changes in work schedule and availability for on call every other weekend.

About GFL Environmental Services

GFL Environmental Services is your true one-stop provider across North America, specializing in liquid waste and soil remediation services. We focus on delivering specialized environmental solutions across a broad range of industries. Driven by an uncompromising commitment to safety, we aspire to become North America's leading Environmental Services provider. Our vision is to be Green For Life-it's at the core of our business strategy and central to every service we provide. We bring this vision to life by offering accessible, sustainable environmental solutions for our customers and the communities we serve.

To learn more about GFL Environmental Services, visit: gesi.gflenv.com

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.

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.