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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
Job summary
Operate excavators and heavy equipment to efficiently deblock, load, and move sulfur material. Maintain effective communication with team members via two-way radio while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Job details
GFL Environmental is looking for an Excavator Operator to join our team in Mildred Lake just north of Fort McMurray, AB! The ideal candidate will have the ability to operate various excavators and other necessary machinery to deblock, load, and move sulfur material efficiently. Why Join TEAM GREEN? Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental benefits Life Insurance Retirement savings options Possible overtime Great learning opportunities Key Responsibilities: Operate excavators and other heavy equipment to deblock, load, and move sulfur material efficiently. 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. Requirements: Proven ability to operate various excavators and other equipment 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. About GFL Environmental: 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. #GFLTalent 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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com 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.
What you’ll do
Operate excavators and heavy equipment to efficiently deblock, load, and move sulfur material. Maintain effective communication with team members via two-way radio while ensuring compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Requirements
Proven experience in operating excavators and heavy machinery is required, along with the ability to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and the physical capability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Health benefits
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Life insurance
- Retirement savings options
Listed skills
- Heavy equipment operation · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Safety Compliance · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Excavator operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Sulfur material handling
- Two-way radio communication
- Safety compliance
- Problem-solving
- Mathematical functions
- Equipment maintenance
- Air brakes operation
- Two-Way Radios
- Air Brakes
- Communication
- General Mathematics
- Problem Solving
- Machinery
- Operations
- Transfer Station
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Logistics
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Energy
- Excavator Operator
- Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
- Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
- Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
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