Technician, Processing Facilities

GFL Environmental is looking for an evening Technician to join our growing liquid team out of our Napanee location. The Technician is responsible for the handling, consolidating and processing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials received by the Processing Facilities. The Technician must display a focus on safety and efficiency in a team environment while performing moderately labor intensive and repetitious tasks. Shift time : 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Key Responsibilities: • Ensure waste is processed in a timely and safe manner • Assist with the loading and unloading of trucks and containers • Cleaning of emptied trucks, containers, and bulk storage tanks • Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol • Operation of processing machinery and equipment as required • Ensure safe operation and procedures are followed at all times • Complete paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted • Complete job hazard risk assessments • Promote a safety culture with all employees • Ensure superior customer service is provided • General shop clean up and maintenance • Available to work weekends as needed • Other miscellaneous tasks as required Requirements: • Valid driver’s license • Plant experience • Clean shaven Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to perform moderately labor intensive and repetitious tasks • Physically fit with the ability to lift +50lbs and stand on cement for extended periods of time • Excellent communication skills • Planning and organizational skills • Ability to analyze and solve problems • Previous experience using various forklifts • Previous confined space experience • Able to work independently and in a team environment 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.

The technician is responsible for the safe handling, consolidation, and processing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. They also assist with loading trucks, maintaining equipment, and ensuring all operations comply with safety protocols.

Candidates must have a valid driver's license, previous plant experience, and the physical ability to lift 50lbs. Experience with forklifts and confined spaces is required, along with the ability to work in a team environment.

• TeamworkPreferred
• Problem solvingPreferred
• Forklift operationPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Waste processing
• Hazardous waste handling
• Forklift operation
• Confined space entry
• Safety compliance
• Risk assessment
• Loading and unloading
• Equipment maintenance
• Communication
• Problem solving
• Organizational skills
• Teamwork
• Documentation
• Storage Tanks
• Organizational Skills
• Lifting Ability
• Valid Driver's License
• Planning
• Customer Service
• Machinery
• Risk Analysis
• Safety Culture
• Loading And Unloading

• Manufacturing
• Environmental & Sustainability
• Logistics
• Trades
• Security & Safety
• Facilities Technician
• Hazardous Materials Worker
• Physical and Engineering Science Technicians Not Elsewhere Classified
• Hazardous Materials Removal Workers

Minimum experience

0+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week