Manual 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 will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites. (Please note candidates must be in/around the Thunder Bay area)
GFL Benefits
The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:
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 will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites. (Please note candidates must be in/around the Thunder Bay area)
GFL Benefits
- *Relocation Fee*
- *Sign-on Bonus*
- 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
- Must have flexible availability.
- Strong work ethic
- Willingness to learn
- Highly motivated
- Open availability to respond to emergencies
- Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment)
- Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.
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 and industrial emergencies, including spills, transportation incidents, fires, weather events, and hazardous-material situations, working with emergency services and other stakeholders. Collect hazardous and non-hazardous materials, operate or assist with response equipment, complete required documentation and training, and follow safety procedures.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a valid AZ and/or DZ licence, have flexible availability to respond to emergencies, and be able to lift more than 75 pounds. First Aid/CPR certification is required or must be obtained within three months of employment; a strong work ethic, motivation, and willingness to learn are also expected.
Skills
- AZ And/Or DZ Driving
- Emergency Response
- Hazardous Waste Collection
- Spill Response
- First Aid And CPR
- Manual Dexterity
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible Availability
- Health And Safety Compliance
- Incident Reporting
- Teamwork
- Confidentiality
Benefits
- Relocation Fee
- Sign-On Bonus
- Employer-Paid Benefits
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Growth And Development
- Overtime Pay
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
- Trades
- Logistics
Keywords
- AZ Licence
- DZ Licence
- Emergency Response
- Environmental Spills
- Industrial Spills
- Hazardous Waste
- Hazardous Materials
- Liquid Waste
- Solid Waste
- Clandestine Laboratory Decommissioning
- Highway Incidents
- Train Derailments
- Marine Operations
- Fuel Spills
- Boom Deployment
- Boat Operations
- Chemical Assessments
- Vacuum Trucks
- Water Blasters
- First Aid
- CPR
- Occupational Health And Safety
- Workplace Safety And Insurance Board
- Incident Reporting
- Health And Safety Training