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Technician, Industrial Services

Brantford, ON
Mid Level
full_time

About the role

GFL Environmental’s skilled team members can handle all industrial cleaning and maintenance tasks ranging from the routine to the complex. We have a full complement of water-jet, GamaJet, steam and pressure-wash trucks to clean equipment, buildings, underground pipelines and storage tanks. Our experienced personnel have the right equipment to access confined spaces and work in hazardous environments in order to get the job done safely and efficiently

The day to day responsibilities of this role will include: environmental and safety monitoring at our site, Specialized industrial cleaning, unloading trucks, operating forklift, truck and power washers, and administrative duties as required. This will be a Full-Time employment opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for day to day monitoring or assigned project.
  • Maintain cleanliness of Tools and Equipment and Industrial Services Shop.
  • Power washing and High Pressure Water blasting as required.
  • Line snaking, Drain and Pipe Inspections as required.
  • Industrial cleaning of chemical non-hazardous and hazardous wastes.
  • Assist on Vacuum Trucks/plant operations as required.
  • Confined Space Entry/ Rescue as required for Industrial Services Projects.
  • Working in tight or cramped spaces.
  • Working while using Respirator or Supplied Air Breathing Apparatus.
  • Shoveling, Jack Hammering, Squeegee, Scraping and heavy lifting as required.
  • Operate Pick-up truck, utility trailer, forklift, excavator, bobcat, etc.
  • Operate Aerial boom lift/Scissor Lift as required.
  • Operate 1,500psi to 40,000psi high pressure water blasting units

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

  • 2-5 years’ experience in Industrial Cleaning and Maintenance strongly preferred.
  • This position requires overtime and 12-hour shifts. Start times are typically from 4:30am-6:30am.
  • Experience working in Industrial settings
  • Previous experience with Vacuum Trucks, Industrial Power-washing or Water-blasting, or Liquid Waste Industry experience strongly preferred.
  • Previous experience with Confined Space Entry or Work at Heights
  • Experience working with Respirators and Supplied Air Systems
  • Lift truck, scissor lift or zoom boom ticket
  • Ability to work flexible hours/shifts, days, evenings, nights & possibly weekends or holidays.
  • Class G license required.
  • AZ/DZ License
  • Must be comfortable with driving and maneuvering a pick-up truck and trailer unit.
  • Friendly and professional, able to deal directly with customer contacts on site.
  • Ability to multi-task, take direction and work without supervision or within a team at times.
  • Working in areas that may be extreme hot or cold.
  • Working at heights greater than 3 meters.
  • Will be required to wear protective gear i.e.; fall arrest, respirator, tyvek suit etc.
  • Health and safety conscious and orientated.
  • Technician will be required to operate the vacuum hose and shovel when 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**myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com

About GFL Environmental Inc.

Environmental Services
10,000+

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.

Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.

We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.

At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.


GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.

Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.

Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.

Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.