Loader Operator - Days
- Hamilton, ON, Canada
- Burlington, ON, Canada
- St. Catharines, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Job details
- Job type
- Full-time
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Job Description
GFL Environmental Hamilton is looking for someone with flexibility and the right attitude to perform various tasks within the facility to meet the needs of our customers.
Reporting to the Supervisor, the position is accountable for providing assistance in the completion of various operating assignments.
Shift time: 6 AM - 2 PM
Key Responsibilities:
Process of solid materials, solidification of liquids and slurries, offload and load trucks using front-end loader and back hoes
Process containerized waste such as drums, pails and totes by emptying, bulking, scraping and cutting containers
Maintain accurate and legible processing records as per your assigned work area (i.e drums, or batteries)
Operate a forklift to move materials within the facility and to perform other warehousing type tasks
Operate a floor sweeper to assist with general housekeeping and cleaning
Perform general housekeeping on a daily basis, including segregation and proper storage of containers, snow removal, cleaning and warehouse organization
Attend and participate in safety meetings and tool talks
Report all safety incidents, equipment malfunction or any substandard performance to supervisor
Other duties as assigned
Knowledge, Skills and Key Competencies:
Previous knowledge of waste management operations is preferred
Must be able to perform labor intensive duties (i.e heavy lifting is required)
Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
Must have previous equipment experience
Working Conditions
You must be able to stand for long periods of time· You may be exposed to environmental conditions such as hot, cold, dirt, dust, wet or noise· You must be able to work independently and as part of a larger team environment· You must be able to communicate in English both verbally and electronically
Work Schedule:
This position will operate in an industrial setting that operates 5 days per week. You may be required to work additional hours and/or outside of regular hours to meet customer requirements.
This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a drug and alcohol test.
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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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
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.
More about this job
Responsibilities
The Loader Operator is responsible for processing solid and liquid waste materials and operating heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, backhoes, and forklifts. Additionally, the role involves maintaining facility cleanliness, managing containerized waste, and ensuring accurate processing records.
Requirements
Candidates must have previous equipment experience and the ability to perform labor-intensive tasks, including heavy lifting. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required, along with the ability to work in an industrial environment with varying conditions.
Skills
- Waste management
- Front-end loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Forklift operation
- Solidification of liquids
- Container processing
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse organization
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Housekeeping
- Snow removal
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Waste Management
- Loader Operator
- Backhoe
- Forklift
- Industrial
- Solidification
- Slurries
- Containerized Waste
- Safety Sensitive
- Warehouse
- Housekeeping
- Heavy Lifting
- Equipment Operation
- Environmental Conditions
- Safety Meetings