GFL Environmental is looking for full-time AZ/DZ Emergency Response Operators to support our liquid line of business out of our Thunder Bay, Ontario site.The successful candidates must be trained on MANUAL TRANSMISSION and will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites.GFL Benefits:Our industry leading benefits package (100% employer-premium paid)RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributionsAn environment that encourages professional growth and developmentBe a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the communityOvertime payKey Responsibilities:The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:Environmental and Industrial spillsClandestine laboratory decommissioningHighway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaksTrain derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety planning.Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.Chemical assessments and advisory services.Working alongside police, fire, EMS,
Workplace Canada, and other stakeholders.Incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.Collection of hazardous and non-hazardous goodsParticipating in job specific and health & safety training as requiredCompleting work related documentation and reportingPerform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or othersAdhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards ActParticipate in team/staff meetings when requiredWork in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes riskKnowledge, Skills and Competencies:Valid AZ and/or DZ license.Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous GoodsMust be able to operate manual transmission.Previous experience with Vacuum Trucks is preferred365 day availability required + on call.Clean shaven (to wear a respirator).Machine operating experience is an asset.Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.#GFLTALENT