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Labourer, Industrial Services

  • NOVA SCOTIA
  • On-site
  • Posted Jul 10, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Entry · 0+ years

Job summary

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU! Interested in joining Team Green? GFL is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America specializing in Environmental Remediation and Large Project work with our clients. Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment and commitment to the health & safety of our employees, customers, and communities we serve. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth – we’re looking for committed and star players to join our team! WHY JOIN TEAM GREEN? At GFL we pride ourselves on being a gr…

Job details

WE ARE LOOKING FOR YOU! Interested in joining Team Green? GFL is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America specializing in Environmental Remediation and Large Project work with our clients. Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment and commitment to the health & safety of our employees, customers, and communities we serve. With rapid expansion over the years, and continued innovation and investment in growth – we’re looking for committed and star players to join our team! WHY JOIN TEAM GREEN? At GFL we pride ourselves on being a great place to come to work every day, here are just a few reasons why; RRSP matching program Health, Vision and Dental Coverage Employee Assistance Programs Life Insurance Paid vacation Key Accountabilities Completes set-up and operation of various pumps, hoses, tanks, and filtration units Able to perform physical tasks and duties including e.g. loading/unloading, shoveling, moving equipment Assists with offloading/ loading tanker trucks under the direction of the Lead Operator Actively participate as a team member in the operation of the project Opportunity to operate heavy equipment such as backhoe, excavator, skid steer or gain experience Performs other operational duties as assigned. Experience, Qualifications & Education Minimum 1 year of relevant experience, i.e. industrial labour, heavy equipment operator, water treatment equipment operator etc. would be considered an asset Open to working various shifts, including weekends, afternoons, nights and extended hours to meet the client’s needs Must be willing to travel for work (including nightshifts) throughout the Atlantic region Basic mechanical aptitude required. Class 5 Driver’s License minimum, Class 3 an asset Excellent customer service skills, with a strong work ethic and positive attitude to represent the GFL brand effectively and favorably Must be legally eligible to work in Canada 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. Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

What you’ll do

The role involves setting up and operating pumps, hoses, and filtration units while performing physical tasks like loading and unloading equipment. The candidate will also assist with tanker trucks and may operate heavy machinery such as excavators and skid steers.

Requirements

Candidates should have a Class 5 Driver's License and basic mechanical aptitude, with one year of relevant industrial experience preferred. Must be legally eligible to work in Canada and willing to travel and work various shifts across the Atlantic region.

Benefits

  • RRSP Matching Program
  • Health Coverage
  • Vision Coverage
  • Dental Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Programs
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Vacation

Listed skills

  • Customer service · Preferred
  • Loading · Preferred
  • Health · Preferred
  • Teams · Preferred
  • Client · Preferred
  • safety · Preferred
  • Documentation · Preferred
  • client relations · Preferred
  • Fleet · Preferred
  • positive · Preferred
  • Customer · Preferred
  • Excellent customer service · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Pump Operation
  • Equipment Loading/Unloading
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Customer Service
  • Water Treatment Equipment Operation
  • Industrial Labour

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