DZ Vacuum Truck Operator, Emergency Response

GFL Environmental is looking for full-time AZ/DZ Emergency Response Operators to support our liquid line of business out of our Thunder Bay, Ontario site.

The successful candidates will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites. (Please note candidates must be in/around the Thunder Bay area)

Key Responsibilities:

The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:

• Environmental and Industrial spills

• Clandestine laboratory decommissioning

• Highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks

• Train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety planning.

• Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.

• Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.

• Chemical assessments and advisory services.

• Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.

• Incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.

• Collection of hazardous and non-hazardous goods

• Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required

• Completing work related documentation and reporting

• Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others

• Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act

• Participate in team/staff meetings when required

• Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

• Valid AZ and/or DZ license

• Must have flexible availability.

• Strong work ethic

• Willingness to learn

• Highly motivated

• Open availability to respond to emergencies

• Valid Certification in First Aid/CPR (or willingness to obtain within 3 months of employment)

• Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.

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.

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