Our GFL Pickering location is looking for a Plant Operator to join the liquids division. Under general direction from the Operations Manager, the Plant Operator is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal.

Key Responsibilities

- Receive all client waste – both bulk and containerized

- Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis

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

- Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance

- Assisting in waste processing methods and processes

- 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 Supervisor/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 Supervisor/Manager

- Comply with rules, procedures, protected work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards and use of personal protective equipment

- Maintain work area to ensure to compliance with housekeeping, environmental and safety regulations

Knowledge, Skills And Competencies

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

- Previous experience operating air diaphragm pumps and bulk liquid transfer systems is an asset

- Propane forklift experience/certification is an asset

- Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends

- Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment

- Must be safety conscious and detail oriented

- Must be comfortable working in a mostly outdoor environment in all weather conditions

- Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision

📌 Plant Operator, Processing Facilities (Pickering)
🏢 GFL - Sewer Technologies Division
📍 Pickering