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General Laborer

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Benefits 100% covered by the employer

About the role

Position: General Labourer Location: 211 Corduroy Rd, Vars, ON K0A 3H0 Join the Green Team: Make a Difference for Life. At Matrec, a division of GFL, we do more than manage resources; we build a sustainable future. As a fast-growing North American leader with over 22,000 employees, we are deeply committed to safety and innovation in waste management. Why Choose Us? Because at the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset: our people. Because at the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset: our people. By joining the "Green Team," you become part of a tight-knit community driven by a shared purpose: providing environmental solutions that enable our clients and communities to be Green for Life. Working with us means seizing the opportunity to grow professionally while making a tangible impact on the environment, today and for generations to come. Key Responsibilities: ● Clean and maintain work areas to ensure a safe and organized environment ● Fuel vehicles and equipment as required ● Operate heavy equipment when needed (such as loader/excavator) ● Clean tracks on track-type and related equipment ● Perform yard maintenance, including trimming and litter removal ● Operate general site vehicles and equipment such as shunt trucks to backup large trailers and Roll- off trucks ● Direct site traffic as necessary to ensure safety ● Perform general office maintenance and repairs, including painting and janitorial duties ● Work in compliance with Company policies and federal, state/provincial, and local safety regulations ● Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned by management Requirements: ● High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required ● Must meet Company standards for safety-sensitive functions, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities ● Ability to read, write, perform basic math calculations, and communicate effectively ● Ability to follow instructions and work with limited supervision ● Ability to safely operate required equipment ● Strong common-sense reasoning and problem-solving skills Physical & Mental Demands: ● Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift in an outdoor environment up to 90% of the time ● Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, climb, balance, talk, and hear ● Visual abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment ● Ability to lift up to 65 pounds regularly ● Ability to push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance Working Conditions: ● Frequent exposure to loud noise, humidity, rain, storms, extreme heat and cold (seasonal), moving mechanical parts, vibrations, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles ● Work performed outdoors up to 100% of the time ● Routinely works away from branch location throughout the day ● Occasional work in high or precarious places ● Constant exposure to motor vehicle traffic ● Work environment is typically loud What we offer: ● Competitive Salary; ● Benefits 100% covered by the employer . Qualifications & Requirements: ● Physically demanding work. ● Punctual and honest ● Reliable and responsible ● Able to work independently #Matrec 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.

About GFL Environmental Inc.

Environmental Services
10,000+
Founded in 2007

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.

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