The Company: GFL Environmental Inc.
Corporate Office: 100 New Park Place, Suite 500, Vaughan, ON, L4K 0H9
Work Location: 38950 Queens Way, Squamish, British Columbia V8B 0K8
Start Date: ASAP
Type of Position: Term or contract, Full Time
Positions Available: 1
Hours per Week: 30-50
Salary: $45-52/hour
Benefits:
· As per the Collective Agreement
· Additional hourly chargehand stipend
· Additional hourly pension pay
· 10 days of vacation
· Disability & long-term disability benefits
· Medical benefits
· Dental advantages
· Eligibility to participate in RRSP/DPSP plan; RRSP matching at rate set by union
Employment conditions: Early morning, Evening, Morning, Day, Weekend
The Role: As a Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic for GFL, the candidate is responsible for performing routine maintenance, detailed inspections, troubleshooting, and complex repairs on a wide range of heavy construction, earthmoving, agricultural, or transport equipment.
Language
· English
Education
· Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
· At least 3 years of experience working as a heavy-duty equipment mechanic on heavy commercial vehicles
· Proficiency in reading hydraulic schematics, electrical wiring diagrams and technical shop manuals
On site
· Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely
Work Site Environment
· Cold/refrigerated
· Dusty
· Host
· Noisy
General Tasks
· Troubleshoot and inspect equipment to detect faults and malfunctions
· Diagnose faults or malfunctions using computerized and other testing equipment to determine extent of repair required
· Adjust equipment and repair or replace defective parts
· Keep maintenance reports and documentation
· Welding experience
· Test repaired equipment for proper performance and to ensure that work meets manufacturers' specifications
· Clean, lubricate and perform other maintenance work
· Perform repair work on heavy trucks
· Service attachments and working tools
· Verify and repair emission control systems
· Perform other routine maintenance
Specific Tasks
· Perform thorough diagnostics on engine performance, hydraulic systems, electrical wiring, electronic control modules (ECMs), transmissions, and braking systems using diagnostic software and manual testing tools.
· Execute scheduled preventative maintenance, including oil changes, fluid flushes, filter replacements, track/tire inspections, and lubrication.
· Disassemble, repair, and reassemble engine components, fuel systems, hydraulic pumps, cylinders, valves, power trains, and suspension systems.
· Test repaired equipment in shop or field conditions to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer and safety standards.
· Perform basic structural repairs, hardfacing, and component modifications using MIG, TIG, or Stick welding as needed.
· Complete accurate work orders, safety checklists, parts requests, and labor tracking notes into the CMMS (Computerized Maintenance Management System).
· Adhere strictly to OSHA/OH&S; standards, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) protocols, and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
· Physically demanding
· Bending, crouching, kneeling
Weight handling
· More than 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
· Accurate
· Dependability
· Reliability
· Team player
If you are interested in the Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic position, we encourage you to send your resume in confidence to
[email protected]. Please include “Heavy-Duty Equipment Mechanic’’ in the subject line.
GFL Environmental Inc. is a leading North American provider of diversified environmental solutions. The business comprises of solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. The company has more than 140 facilities across Canada and in Michigan, United States, servicing over 2.5 million households under municipal contracts and more than 80,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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