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Excavator Operator
- AB, Canada
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
Full-time
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GFL Environmental is looking for an Excavator Operator to join our team in Edmonton, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various excavators and other necessary machinery to bale, load, and move waste material efficiently.
Why Join TEAM GREEN?
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!
GFL Environmental is looking for an Excavator Operator to join our team in Edmonton, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various excavators and other necessary machinery to bale, load, and move waste material efficiently.
Why Join TEAM GREEN?
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!
Job ID:
R39970
Job Profile:
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Country:
Canada
Why Join TEAM GREEN?
- Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
- Life Insurance
- Retirement savings options
- Possible overtime
- Great learning opportunities
- Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to bale, load, and transport waste or other materials.
- Steer, guide, and/or drive assigned equipment using controls such as steering wheels, shifters, levers, buttons, and pedals.
- Communicate effectively via two-way radio with co-workers in the field and office regarding work activities and daily priorities.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, as well as company policies and safety regulations.
- Proven ability to operate various excavators safely and efficiently.
- Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if required.
- Proven ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple variables in a standardized setting.
- Ability to read and understand equipment gauges and perform basic mathematical functions.
- Physical capability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Class 3 License with Air Brakes Endorsement is an asset.
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!
- 20,000+ employees across North America with diverse career opportunities.
- A dynamic work environment with a strong commitment to community engagement through the Full Circle Project.
- We believe in sustainability – our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
- Publicly traded on the NYSE & TSX – search “GFL” to see our stock performance.
GFL Environmental is looking for an Excavator Operator to join our team in Edmonton, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various excavators and other necessary machinery to bale, load, and move waste material efficiently.
Why Join TEAM GREEN?
- Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental benefits
- Life Insurance
- Retirement savings options
- Possible overtime
- Great learning opportunities
- Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to bale, load, and transport waste or other materials.
- Steer, guide, and/or drive assigned equipment using controls such as steering wheels, shifters, levers, buttons, and pedals.
- Communicate effectively via two-way radio with co-workers in the field and office regarding work activities and daily priorities.
- Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, and local laws, as well as company policies and safety regulations.
- Proven ability to operate various excavators safely and efficiently.
- Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if required.
- Proven ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision.
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to handle multiple variables in a standardized setting.
- Ability to read and understand equipment gauges and perform basic mathematical functions.
- Physical capability to frequently lift/push/pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds.
- Class 3 License with Air Brakes Endorsement is an asset.
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!
- 20,000+ employees across North America with diverse career opportunities.
- A dynamic work environment with a strong commitment to community engagement through the Full Circle Project.
- We believe in sustainability – our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
- Publicly traded on the NYSE & TSX – search “GFL” to see our stock performance.
Job ID:
R39970
Job Profile:
Heavy Equipment Operator
Job Country:
Canada
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Responsibilities
Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to bale, load, and move waste or other materials, using the assigned controls. Communicate work activities and priorities by two-way radio and comply with applicable laws, company policies, and safety regulations.
Requirements
Candidates must be able to operate excavators safely and efficiently, follow instructions with minimal supervision, solve problems, read equipment gauges, and perform basic math. The role requires the ability to frequently lift, push, or pull up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds; a Class 3 license with an air brakes endorsement is an asset, and certification may be required.
Skills
- Excavator Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Waste Handling
- Equipment Controls
- Two-Way Radio Communication
- Safety Compliance
- Problem-Solving
- Following Instructions
- Working With Minimal Supervision
- Reading Equipment Gauges
- Basic Mathematics
- Physical Strength
Benefits
- Health Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Savings Options
- Possible Overtime
- Learning Opportunities
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Categories
- Trades
- Construction
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
Keywords
- Excavator
- Heavy Equipment
- Waste Handling
- Baling
- Loading
- Material Transport
- Equipment Controls
- Two-Way Radio
- Safety Regulations
- Federal Laws
- Provincial Laws
- Local Laws
- Equipment Gauges
- Basic Mathematics
- Class 3 License
- Air Brakes Endorsement