AZ Operator, Emergency Response

This driver will transport remove deliver and collect various liquid and solid hazardous wastes from various customer sites. Will be required to load and unload trucks. Will also have the ability to operate a variety of truck and equipment including vacuum trucks box trucks and any other equipment that fits their license on site if necessary.

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 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 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
Participate in team/staff meetings when required
Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk

Requirements:
High School diploma minimum.
Certification from recognized Truck Driving School.
Valid Commercial Drivers License
Overtime as required.
Weekend work may be required on call schedule in effect on weekly basis.

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.

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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.