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Equipment Operator

  • Charlottetown, PE, Canada

Full-time

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Full-time
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Experience
Commercial Driving Experience (Asset): Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience (or completion of an accredited truck driving school program).
Posting language
English
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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:

  • 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.

Requirements:

  • Licensing: Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract. Airbrake endorsement is an asset.
  • Commercial Driving Experience (Asset): 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.

Responsibilities:

  • 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.

#GFLTalent

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.

Requirements:

  • Licensing: Valid Class 5 driver’s license with a clean Driver’s Abstract. Airbrake endorsement is an asset.
  • Commercial Driving Experience (Asset): 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.

Responsibilities:

  • 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.

#GFLTalent

Job ID:

R39915

Job Profile:

Equipment Operator

Job Country:

Canada
More about this job

Responsibilities

Safely operate heavy equipment, assess incoming disposal materials for contamination, and perform daily inspections, maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning. Report hazards and equipment issues, communicate with coworkers, comply with safety and regulatory requirements, and support site operations and maintenance.

Requirements

Requires a valid Class 5 driver's license with a clean driving abstract, a high school diploma or GED, and completion of a recognized heavy equipment course. Candidates should be able to operate heavy equipment safely, meet safety-sensitive role standards, work early starts and overtime as needed, and demonstrate reliability, teamwork, basic math, and gauge-reading ability; commercial driving experience and an airbrake endorsement are assets.

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Landfill Compactor Operation
  • Dozer Operation
  • Excavator Operation
  • Rock Truck Operation
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Equipment Lubrication
  • Safety Compliance
  • Hazard Reporting
  • Two-Way Radio Communication
  • Contamination Assessment
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Equipment Gauge Reading

Benefits

  • Employer-Paid Medical Coverage
  • Employer-Paid Dental Coverage
  • Employer-Paid Vision Coverage
  • Company-Matching RRSP/DPSP
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee Discounts
  • Employee Perks
  • Team Recognition

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Categories

  • Construction
  • Trades
  • Environmental & Sustainability
  • Transportation
  • Security & Safety

Keywords

  • Heavy Equipment
  • Landfill Operations
  • Landfill Compactor
  • Dozer
  • Excavator
  • Rock Truck
  • Class 5 Driver's License
  • Clean Driver's Abstract
  • Airbrake Endorsement
  • Commercial Driving
  • Heavy Equipment Course
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Lubrication
  • Fluid Checks
  • Track Cleaning
  • Contamination Assessment
  • Safety-Sensitive Operations
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Two-Way Radio
  • Hazard Reporting
  • Safety Meetings
  • Site Maintenance
  • Small Construction Projects
  • Customer Service
  • Municipal Bylaws
  • Federal, Provincial, And Local Regulations

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