Manual AZ/DZ Driver
- Thunder Bay, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
GFL Environmental is looking for full-time AZ/DZ Emergency Response Operators to support our liquid line of business out of our Thunder Bay, Ontario site.
The successful candidates must be trained on MANUAL TRANSMISSION and will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites.
GFL Benefits
The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:
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
The successful candidates must be trained on MANUAL TRANSMISSION and will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites.
GFL Benefits
- Our industry leading benefits package (100% employer-premium paid)
- RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributions
- An environment that encourages professional growth and development
- Be a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the community
- Overtime pay
The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:
- Environmental and Industrial spills
- Clandestine laboratory decommissioning
- Highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks
- Train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety planning.
- Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.
- Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.
- Chemical assessments and advisory services.
- Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.
- Incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.
- Collection of hazardous and non-hazardous goods
- Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required
- Completing work related documentation and reporting
- Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others
- Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act
- Participate in team/staff meetings when required
- Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk
- Valid AZ and/or DZ license.
- Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- Must be able to operate manual transmission.
- Previous experience with Vacuum Trucks is preferred
- 365 day availability required + on call.
- Clean shaven (to wear a respirator).
- Machine operating experience is an asset.
- Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.
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
More about this job
Responsibilities
Respond to environmental, industrial, transportation, marine, and weather-related emergencies, including hazardous-material spills and incidents. Collect hazardous and non-hazardous materials, operate relevant equipment, complete documentation, and follow safety procedures while coordinating with emergency services and other stakeholders.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid AZ and/or DZ license, be able to operate a manual-transmission vehicle, and be available year-round for on-call work. The role also requires the ability to lift over 75 pounds and be clean-shaven for respirator use; vacuum truck experience is preferred, and machine operating experience is an asset.
Skills
- Manual Transmission Operation
- AZ And/Or DZ Driving
- Emergency Response
- Hazardous Waste Collection
- Spill Response
- Vacuum Truck Operation
- Machine Operation
- Chemical Assessment
- Health And Safety Compliance
- Incident Reporting
- Manual Dexterity
- Heavy Lifting
- Respirator Use
- Marine Operations
Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Growth And Development
- Community Involvement
- Overtime Pay
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Transportation
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
- Logistics
Keywords
- AZ License
- DZ License
- Manual Transmission
- Emergency Response
- Hazardous Waste
- Non-Hazardous Waste
- Environmental Spills
- Industrial Spills
- Vacuum Trucks
- Water Blasters
- Heavy Equipment
- Marine Operations
- Boom Deployment
- Boat Operations
- Chemical Assessment
- Hazardous Chemicals
- Respirator
- Health And Safety
- Occupational Health And Safety Act
- Workplace Safety And Insurance Board Act
- Ontario Human Rights Code
- Employment Standards Act
- Incident Reporting
- On-Call Availability