Plant Operator
- Pickering, ON, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Our GFL Pickering location is looking for a Plant Operator to join the liquids division. Under general direction from the Operations Manager, the Plant Operator is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.
Key Responsibilities
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development.
Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.
GFL Benefits
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
Key Responsibilities
- Receive all client waste – both bulk and containerized
- Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis
- Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers
- Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance
- Assisting in waste processing methods and processes
- Assist with preparing shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport
- Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed
- Notify the Supervisor/Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents or accidents that are identified
- Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Supervisor/Manager
- Comply with rules, procedures, safe work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards and use of personal protective equipment
- Maintain work area to ensure to compliance with housekeeping, environmental and safety regulations
- Previous hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset
- Previous experience operating air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems is an asset
- Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset
- Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends
- Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment
- Must be safety conscious and detail oriented
- Must be comfortable working in a mostly outdoor environment in all weather conditions
- Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision
- Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs.
- Emergency response availability including evenings and weekends
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development.
Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.
GFL Benefits
- Medical and Dental Coverage Our industry leading benefits package
- RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributions
- An environment to encourage professional growth and development
- Be a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the community
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
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Responsibilities
Receive, sample, handle, process, and prepare hazardous and non-hazardous waste for disposal or transport, including loading and unloading waste vehicles. Operate and maintain plant machinery, follow standard operating procedures and safety requirements, and report work completion, defects, spills, and other incidents.
Requirements
Previous hazardous or non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset, as are experience with air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems and propane forklift certification. Candidates should be safety-conscious, detail-oriented, able to work outdoors in all weather, lift up to 50 pounds, follow procedures with minimal supervision, and be available for overtime, alternate shifts, weekends, and emergency response.
Skills
- Waste Receiving And Handling
- Waste Processing And Disposal
- Waste Sampling
- Laboratory Sample Preparation
- Loading And Unloading Vehicles
- Plant Machinery Operation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Air Diaphragm Pumps
- Bulk Liquid Transfer Systems
- Propane Forklift Operation
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Workplace Safety
- Spill And Incident Reporting
- Teamwork
Benefits
- Medical Coverage
- Dental Coverage
- RRSP Matching
- Professional Growth And Development
- Community Project Participation
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Trades
- Logistics
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Environmental Services
- Liquid Waste Management
- Hazardous Waste
- Non-Hazardous Waste
- Waste Receiving
- Waste Handling
- Waste Processing
- Waste Disposal
- Waste Sampling
- Laboratory Analysis
- Vacuum Trucks
- Tankers
- Straight Trucks
- Van Trailers
- Plant Machinery
- Equipment Maintenance
- Air Diaphragm Pumps
- Bulk Liquid Transfer Systems
- Propane Forklift
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Health And Safety
- Housekeeping
- Environmental Regulations
- Spill Response
- Emergency Response