Equipment Operator
About this role
GFL Environmental is actively seeking a skilled Landfill Heavy Equipment Operator to join our dedicated team in Edmonton, AB!
At GFL, our Equipment Operators do more than process waste and recycling—they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and the environment. In this key role, you will operate heavy equipment, perform daily safety inspections, and keep our landfills running smoothly.
Why GFL:
Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of safe, modern yards with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.
Requirements:
Experience: Ability to run various pieces of equipment such as Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steers, Dozers, Balers, and Compactors.
Equipment Operation: Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy equipment loading trucks, maintaining site cleanliness and organization while continuously improving operational efficiency.
Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles.
Reliability: Strong attendance record and flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed.
Responsibilities:
Safe Operation: Operate necessary equipment to pack and cover waste material at the active face. Consistently move material, load trucks and communicate with team members.
Safety Inspections: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections daily. Complete required paperwork. Clean trash from tracks of heavy equipment by pulling and or cutting material away from tracks and gear mechanisms at least once daily or more if needed. Grease/lubricate equipment, check and add fluids to equipment daily.
System Operations: Skillfully operate hydraulic and compaction systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage.
Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly report any mechanical write-ups, hazards, or safety incidents to management.
Service Quality: Maintain high productivity and equipment cleanliness.
Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to all company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
Team Collaboration: Work closely with helpers, drivers and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.
Additional Duties: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.
About GFL Environmental:
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow, for life!
20,000+ employees across North America with diverse career opportunities.
A dynamic work environment with a strong commitment to community engagement through the Full Circle Project.
We believe in sustainability – our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
Publicly traded on the NYSE & TSX – search “GFL” to see our stock performance.
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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
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.
Company at a glance
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 and 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.
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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.
Top Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Retirement savings
- Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount programs
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