Labourer
Job Location:
Fort McMurray - Canada
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Job Summary
Position Summary
We are looking for a dependable and hardworking Recycling Facility Labourer to join our operations this hands-on role you will assist equipment operators and truck drivers in safely preparing loading and securing bulk recyclables into open-top trailers. You will play a vital part in maintaining clean loading bays conducting quality control checks and ensuring our outbound shipments meet transport standards.
Key Responsibilities
Trailer Loading Assistance:Direct truck drivers intounloading zones assist with trailer gate operations and safely guide equipment operators during bulk loading.
Quality Control & Sorting:Visually monitor recyclable materials (cardboard plastics metals paper) during the loading process and remove visible non-recyclable contaminants.
Ground Operations & Site Maintenance:Continuously sweep shovel and clear loose debris spillages and glass from loading ramps bays and trailer perimeters to prevent flat tires and slip hazards.
Safety & Traffic Control:Maintain clear communication with heavy equipment operators using hand signals or two-way radios to coordinate movement in busy staging areas.
Qualifications & Requirements
Experience:Previous experience in manufacturing construction warehouse or waste management environments is a plus but no prior experience is requiredon-the-job training is provided.
Physical Demands:Ability to perform continuous physical labor including bending reaching lifting up to 50 lbs pulling heavy tarps and standing for long periods.
Skills:Strong spatial awareness around heavy machinery good hand-eye coordination and effective communication skills in a noisy environment.
Education:High school diploma or GED preferred.
Work Environment & Schedule
Active industrial recycling yard exposed to seasonal weather conditions (heat cold rain) dust and ambient machinery noise.
Full PPE provided and required at all times (steel-toe boots high-visibility vest safety glasses gloves and hard hat).
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
Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is 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.
