Heavy Equipment Operator

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

•  15 days of paid time off
•  4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
•  401(k) with an employer match
•  Paid holidays
•  Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

 

• Reporting to the Operations Manager, he/she supports the landfill operations while maintaining a
• safe working environment. He/she is responsible for maintaining ongoing communication with the
• Leadership Team. He/she will also be in contact with customers and contractors on site; as such
• he/she must provide excellent customer service. He/she is responsible for working in compliance with
• all Company policies and procedures as well as any related Health, or Environment Regulations.
• He/she is responsible for continuing and improving the site’s safety culture.
• Experience/aptitude in operating heavy equipment and general maintenance is required.
• Duties
• Ability to efficiently operate heavy equipment and landfill support equipment in a safe and
• efficient manner.
• Works with a team to accomplish landfill operations tasks.
• Performs and communicates routine maintenance and safety inspections and on vehicles and
• machines.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Littler pick-up as needed.
• Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
• A typical schedule for this position is Monday-Friday, with an occasional Saturday as needed.
• Working Conditions:
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting,
• pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks,
• which require following basic safety precautions.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Minimum Job Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Please apply to online at www.gflenv.com/careers

GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified

individuals. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

EOE/M/F/V/D

 

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.