Maintenance Technician

To assure maintenance services for a fixed industrial water treatment and waste processing facility meet expected process availability, and to provide mechanical oversight for construction activities associated with capital works projects. This is a unionized position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Be an active participant in GFL’s Environmental, Health & Safety Program.

• Comply with Corporate and regulatory policies and procedures. 

• Install, repair, dismantle, align equipment not limited to pumps, plate and frame filter press, air compressor & dryer, air stripper for VOC removal, air scrubber, baghouse, mechanical rake drive, mixing agitators, tanks and associated piping/valves, electrical and automated systems, mobile equipment utilizing hand and power tools. 

• Inspect and analyze all equipment to detect anomalies and malfunctions. 

• Schedule, lead, and assist third party mechanical and repair services-project management.  

• Ensure that all repairs comply with government standards for specified equipment such as process pumps, plate & frame filter press, steam boiler, compressor, rake drives, agitators, forklifts, and diesel engines.  

• Assist in the completion of all required safety and preventative maintenance inspections. 

• Complete Field Level Hazard Assessments for non-routine maintenance, repairs, installations, and retrofits. 

• Maintain web-based Preventative Maintenance program. 

• Retain critical spare parts inventory.

• Assist with other duties as assigned by management.

Knowledge, Skills & Key Competencies:

•  Previous maintenance experience in an industrial environment is preferred. 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.  

• 3-5 years’ work experience in a similar role. 

• Previous knowledge of heavy equipment, process equipment, pumps, valves etc. is required. 

• Experience and knowledge with industrial 240/600V, 4-20 milliamp electrical systems. 

• Experience and knowledge with PLC systems. 

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, diagrams, schematics, drawings, and manuals to determine best practices and work procedures. 

• Forward thinker, ability to troubleshoot and recognize anomalies.

• Experience completing preventative maintenance inspections and software’s.

• Experienced in welding techniques (MIG, Acetylene, Stick, and Plasma). 

• Experienced in managing 3rd party service providers.

• Comfortable working in a variety of outdoor weather conditions. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). 

• Valid G license and acceptable driver abstract. 

• Must be able to wear a respirator as required.  

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.  

Working Conditions

This position will operate primarily on day shift (7am-3pm) in an industrial setting that operates 24 hours per day, 5 days per week. You may be required to work additional hours and/or outside of regular scheduled hours to meet customer requirements. This position will require you to work both indoors and outdoors exposed to ambient weather conditions.

This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of a drug and alcohol test (if applicable).

GFL is an equal opportunity employer.  We are committed to providing an environment without discrimination and employing personnel without regard to race, age, gender, or any other protected ground.  Our philosophy is to provide fair and equal employment and development opportunities for our employees based on skills and capability. 

GFL provides applicants and employees with reasonable accommodation upon request, as may be required.

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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 [email protected]

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.