Plant Operator, Processing Facilities

GFL Environmental is looking for Plant Operators to join our growing liquid team out of our Bailieboro location.
The Plant Operator will be primarily responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal. The labourer will load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Receive all client waste – both bulk liquids/solids and containerized
• Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers
• Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance
• Assist with preparing shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport
• Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company's standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed
• Notify the Shift Supervisor/General Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents or accidents that are identified
• Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Shift Supervisor/Manager
• Sorting hazardous materials, separating them according to specific criteria and directing them to the appropriate areas for processing or shipping

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:

• Previous hazardous and non-hazardous waste management experience is an asset

• Must be clean shaven

• Ability to lift upwards of 50 lbs

• Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required drug testing.

• Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset

• Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively 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 
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.