Heavy Equipment Operator

GFL Environmental is looking for Heavy Equipment Operator to join our growing team out of our Taber operations. As a Heavy Equipment Operator, you will be responsible for the efficient and effective operation of the Composting Facility and safe operation of equipment.

Key Responsibilities :

• Operates heavy equipment such as, excavators, skid steers, screeners, loaders, graders
• Verifies the equipment is in working order through daily pre and post inspections
• Moves and positions raw materials and finished components with use of material moving equipment
• Perform daily maintenance and cleaning activities
• Actively participate in safety meetings and safety culture
• Actively participate in refuse pick-up on site
• Other duties that may arise as assigned by supervisor or members of the Management Team.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies :

• 2+ years of Operating experience with Heavy Duty Equipment (skid steer, track loader, excavator, wheel loader, dozer etc)
• Work experience in the waste, recycling or environmental services industries an asset, however not a requirement
• Mechanical aptitude coupled with strong hand/eye coordination
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to multi-task & ability to prioritize tasks
• Responsible individual with positive attitude and sense of pride
• Customer service focused and supportive of co-workers
• Self-starter with strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Safety conscious

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 :

• Extended health care
• Dental care
• Vision care
• RRSP match
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Job Types : Full-time, Permanent

Benefits :

• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Taber, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience :

• heavy equipment operator: 1 year (preferred)