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Equipment Operator
- NS, Canada
- Cumberland, Subdivision B, Canada
Full-time
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- Job type
- Full-time
- Closing date
- Experience
- Driving Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience (or completion of an accredited truck driving school program).
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
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Job Summary:
At GFL, our Equipment Operators do more than collect waste and recycling - they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will safely operate heavy equipment, perform daily maintenance, and keep your community running cleanly and smoothly.
Why GFL:
Why GFL:
Job ID:
R39913
Job Profile:
Equipment Operator
Job Country:
Canada
At GFL, our Equipment Operators do more than collect waste and recycling - they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will safely operate heavy equipment, perform daily maintenance, and keep your community running cleanly and smoothly.
Why GFL:
- Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
- Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
- Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.
- Licensing: Valid Class 3 driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Driving Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience (or completion of an accredited truck driving school program).
- Equipment Operation: Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment regularly including a Landfill Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, and Rock Truck.
- Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles.
- Reliability: Strong attendance record and flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed.
- Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Completion of a recognized heavy equipment course. Ability to obtain Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
- Additional: Must be self-motivated and a reliable team-player. Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.
- Safe Operation: Safely operate heavy equipment, assess incoming material for disposal to determine the contamination rates, determine when contamination levels are exceeded and communicate accordingly.
- Safety Inspections: Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily. Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
- System Operations: Skillfully operate heavy equipment systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage. Clean trash and mud from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more frequently if needed.
- Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly report any mechanical write-ups, hazards, or safety incidents to management. Use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities, requirements, and priorities for the work day.
- Service Quality: Maintain high productivity, customer service standards, and cleanliness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to all laws, municipal bylaws, company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards. Conform in all respects with applicable federal, provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. Attend safety and branch meetings.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with Helpers and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Additional Duties: Assist with site maintenance including small construction projects. Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.
Why GFL:
- Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
- Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
- Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.
- Licensing: Valid Class 3 driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Driving Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience (or completion of an accredited truck driving school program).
- Equipment Operation: Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment regularly including a Landfill Compactor, Dozer, Excavator, and Rock Truck.
- Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles.
- Reliability: Strong attendance record and flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed.
- Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Completion of a recognized heavy equipment course. Ability to obtain Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
- Additional: Must be self-motivated and a reliable team-player. Ability to perform the four basic functions of math and to be able to read and understand the meaning of equipment gauges.
- Safe Operation: Safely operate heavy equipment, assess incoming material for disposal to determine the contamination rates, determine when contamination levels are exceeded and communicate accordingly.
- Safety Inspections: Perform inspection and maintenance checks of equipment daily. Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
- System Operations: Skillfully operate heavy equipment systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage. Clean trash and mud from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more frequently if needed.
- Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly report any mechanical write-ups, hazards, or safety incidents to management. Use a two-way radio to communicate with co-workers in the field and or office regarding work activities, requirements, and priorities for the work day.
- Service Quality: Maintain high productivity, customer service standards, and cleanliness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to all laws, municipal bylaws, company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards. Conform in all respects with applicable federal, provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. Attend safety and branch meetings.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with Helpers and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Additional Duties: Assist with site maintenance including small construction projects. Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.
Job ID:
R39913
Job Profile:
Equipment Operator
Job Country:
Canada
More about this job
Responsibilities
Operate heavy equipment safely, assess incoming disposal materials for contamination, and perform daily equipment inspections, maintenance, and cleaning. Report hazards and mechanical issues, communicate with coworkers, comply with safety and regulatory requirements, and support site operations and maintenance.
Requirements
Applicants must have a valid Class 3 driver's license with a clean abstract, at least one year of commercial driving experience or completion of an accredited truck driving program, and demonstrated ability to operate specified heavy equipment. A high school diploma or GED and a recognized heavy equipment course are required; candidates must also meet safety standards, be reliable, and be able to perform basic math and understand equipment gauges.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Commercial Driving
- Equipment Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Lubrication
- Safety Compliance
- Hazard Reporting
- Radio Communication
- Contamination Assessment
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Basic Mathematics
- Reading Equipment Gauges
- Site Maintenance
- Reliability
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Team Recognition Programs
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Trades
- Construction
- Transportation
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Class 3 Driver's License
- Clean Driver's Abstract
- Commercial Driving
- Heavy Equipment
- Landfill Compactor
- Dozer
- Excavator
- Rock Truck
- Heavy Equipment Course
- Equipment Inspection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Lubrication
- Equipment Gauges
- Contamination Assessment
- Safety-Sensitive Operations
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Two-Way Radio
- Hazard Reporting
- Mechanical Write-Ups
- Regulatory Compliance
- Municipal Bylaws
- Site Maintenance
- Small Construction Projects
- Waste Management
- Recycling