GFL Ottawa is looking for chemical technicians to support our Stevenage liquid waste processing facility!

Key Responsibilities

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


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


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


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


• Ensure incoming waste conforms with acceptance protocol.


• Ensure secure operation and procedures are always followed.


• Complete paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted.


• Complete job hazard risk assessments


• Ensure superior customer service is provided.


• Notify the Shift Supervisor/General Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents, or accidents that are identified.


• Attend Household Hazardous Waste collection events to identify, classify and separate waste. Prepare necessary waste manifest documents for transport back to Stevenage facility.


• Other tasks as required.

Requirements

• Ability to read, write,
  
  
  
  understand, and communicate effectively in English.


• Comfortable working weekend shifts. (mainly Saturday, with 2 - 3 Sunday events each season)


• Degree or Diploma in Chemistry, Chemical Technology, Environmental Technology, or equivalent.


• Familiarity with waste management regulations, Ontario regulation 347, Transportation of Dangerous Goods is an asset.


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


• Mechanical aptitude, including knowledge and use of hand tools is an asset.


• 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 (4 seasons).


• Must be willing and able to report to work clean shaven (respirator safety).


• Ability to follow procedures and execute work with minimal supervision.


• Ability to repetitively lift 40 lbs. above waist.

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