Transfer Station Loader Operator — Hands-On, Growth-Driven Role

GFL Environmental Inc.; Sparta (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with employer match

Supplemental health plans

Employer paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Transfer Station Operator to open/close the facility, coordinate truck dumping, and supervise surface operations. You will ensure safety, maintain cleanliness, and manage daily reports while supporting production schedules in a loud outdoor work environment.

You will follow safety rules, perform routine maintenance, and assist in housekeeping. A high school diploma or GED is required, with SWANA certification preferred within six months of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or 1–3 months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• SWANA Transfer Worker Certification desired within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Open and close facility according to scheduled hours of operation.
• Oversee the schedule of where and which trucks are to dump and the switching out of trailers.
• May operate site equipment to ensure safe, timely and professional operation of the transfer station.
• Keep public areas of the transfer station clean at all times. Follow schedule per Operation Manager for daily, weekly and monthly facility cleaning schedules.
• Ensure that customers (external and internal) use the transfer station according to all safety rules and regulations.
• Oversee the housekeeping and maintenance of the facility.
• Meet loading schedules to assure driver loads are ready to meet production.
• Clear all trash from the floor daily.
• Safely direct incoming trucks and vehicles to appropriate unloading areas.
• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties.
• Site all mechanical problems that arise during pre-trip inspection or during routine functions to the attention of the shop foreman immediately.
• Accurately complete daily reports, pre-trip and post-trip inspection reports and other documentation requested by management.
• Keep all assigned units clean to include washing units at least once per week. The interior of the cab, windows and mirrors should be cleaned daily.
• Manage Transfer Station in absence of management.
• Attend all safety and branch meetings.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Transfer Station Operator to open/close the facility, coordinate truck dumping, and supervise surface operations. You will ensure safety, maintain cleanliness, and manage daily reports while supporting production schedules in a loud outdoor work environment.

You will follow safety rules, perform routine maintenance, and assist in housekeeping. A high school diploma or GED is required, with SWANA certification preferred within six months of hire.