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Tank Farm Labourer

28 days ago
Full time role
In-person · Ottawa, ON, CA... more
The Technician is responsible for the handling, consolidating and processing of hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials received by the Processing Facilities. The Technician must display a focus on safety and efficiency in a team environment while performing moderately labour intensive and repetitious tasks.



 

Key Responsibilities:

  • 8 Weeks of Training on the overnight shift.

  • Be trained for and enter Confined Spaces, such as bulk tanks, tankers, and vacuum trucks for cleaning.

  • Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids and containerized.

  • Ensure waste is processed in a timely and safe manner.

  • Prepare shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport.

  • Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol.

  • Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks, and van trailers.

  • Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis.

  • Operate plant machinery including pumps and pressure washers; and assist with general maintenance.

  • Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed.

  • Complete paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted.

  • Complete job hazard risk assessments

  • Ensure superior customer service is provided.

  • General shop clean-up and maintenance.

  • Attend Household Hazardous Waste collection events on weekends.

  • Other tasks as required.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

  • Must be available for day or evening shift

  • Must be clean shaven (in order to wear a respirator during certain tasks)

  • Ability to perform moderately labour intensive and repetitious tasks

  • Physically fit with the ability to lift +50lbs and stand on cement for extended periods of time

  • Excellent communication skills

  • Planning and organizational skills

  • Ability to analyze and solve problems

  • Able to work independently and in a team environment

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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

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