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Shipper/Receiver

Hamilton, Ontario
Mid Level
Full-Time

Top Benefits

Medical and dental coverage
RRSP matching contributions

About the role

GFL Environmental is looking for a Full-Time Scale House Shipper Receiver to help support our operations in Hamilton, ON (Imperial St.). The Scale House Shipper Receiver will serve as the first point of contact for customers and haulers delivering waste to and from the Hamilton (Imperial St.) facility; first point of contact for visitors; initial inspection of loads, and ensure the safety of the haulers, visitors, and other employees through observation of safety rules and regulations. The position is also responsible for collecting, completing, data entry, assuring accuracy, and filing of the appropriate paperwork.

Key Responsibilities

  • To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty with accuracy and attention to detail
  • Greets customers, directs haulers and other traffic, and answers questions accordingly
  • Ensures that incoming material is manifested, safe, and does not contain prohibited material
  • Obtains information regarding material entering the facility to properly bill the customer and track the total amount and type of waste entering the facility
  • Provides a scale ticket to the customer, assures accuracy and signs the waste manifest, and documents the waste entering and leaving the facility with attention to detail
  • Prints BOL’s, generates and prints manifest, schedules, labels and associated paperwork for GFL drivers
  • Completes all administrative tasks including data entry, regular filing, and required reports
  • Identifies and reports problems; gathers needed information to develop solutions
  • Documents customer and/or supplier problems to management and responds promptly to customer needs
  • Ensures that customers and employees conduct all business in a safe manner and wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Communicates with staff via2-way radio for proper dispatch
  • Provides general housekeeping of the Shipping & Receiving office and reception area
  • Keeps immediate supervisor and Operations Manager fully informed of all problems or matters requiring his/her attention
  • Attends all training and meetings as directed
  • Works overtime as needed
  • Works weekends and holidays as needed
  • Provides coverage for full time Shipper/Receiver during vacation/absences
  • Approaches all encounters with employees, customers, and vendors in a friendly, service-oriented manner

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Competencies

  • Analytical thinker who can multi-task and is extremely organized with a strong attention to detail
  • Clear communicator and team player
  • Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient with and knowledge of office equipment including but not limited to, computer, phone, fax machine, copier, Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, Outlook, ACCESS, and OMS
  • Familiar with environmental regulations (CEPA, Ontario Reg. 347/558, TDG, etc.) as well as internal and external industry specifications that support the business is an asset
  • Ability to adjust to rapidly shifting priorities in a fast-paced work environment and to work with minimal supervision
  • Effective organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Accustomed to working within a unionized environment
  • Valid G license and acceptable driver’s abstract
  • TDG & Reg.347 experience is preferred

Who We Are GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development.

Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.

GFL Benefits

  • Medical and Dental Coverage Our industry leading benefits package
  • RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributions
  • An environment to encourage professional growth and development
  • Be a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the community

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.