AZ Operator 1, Emergency Response

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Ottawa - Canada

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 30+ days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

POSITION: AZ Operator 1 Emergency Response
POSTING DATE: October 31st 2025
CONTACT: James Burns or Steve Blais for more information

JOB DESCRIPTION:


We are currently accepting internal applications for the role of AZ Equipment Operator 1 Emergency Response (ER). Reporting to James Burns Field Supervisor Emergency Response this position plays a critical role in operating and maintaining heavy vehicles and equipment in support of environmental cleanup and emergency spill response activities.

This is a unionized position and will be filled in accordance with the provisions of the current Collective Agreement.



QUALIFICATIONS

o 4000 hours competed with the Employer.

o Vatid AZ License

o Passed competency evaluation by GFL Supervisor

o Operate Proficiently at Equipment including but not Limited to: Pneumatic & Shell Tankers Wet / Dry Vac Hydro Vac Liquid (wet) vac Roll-off Truck and/or Trailers Box Trailers & Straight Truck (including use of pallet jackets dollys carts etc.)

o Sewer Cleaning Equipment i.e. combination / sewer flushing units.

o Confined Space Watch Rescue & Entrance (certified training required).

o Certified Emergency Response Hazmat Technician (GFL course)

o Capable to drive manual transmission truck(s)

Requirements:

High School diploma minimum

Certification from recognized Truck Driving School

Valid Commercial AZ License

Overtime as required Weekend work may be required on call schedule in effect on weekly basis

The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:

Environmental and Industrial spills

Clandestine laboratory decommissioning

Highway incidents involving tractor trailers accidents and chemical leaks

Train derailments involving hazardous chemicals fires and site safety.

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 Environment Canada and other stakeholders.

Incidents involving heavy equipment vacuum trucks and water blasters.

Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required

Operating his/her position in an efficient and safe manner

Completing work related documentation and reporting

Follow all established organizational policies and procedures

Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence

Perform 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 others

Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act

Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities

Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization multi-tasking use of timelines and time management techniques

High level of personal integrity

Strong work ethic

Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Confident consistent decisive personality

Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors

Manual dexterity ability to lift 75 lbs required

Contact James Burns or Steve Blais for more information.

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