Lead Equipment Operator

Key Responsibilities:
Assist the Operations Supervisor with sustaining a productive and motivated workforce by screening selecting training developing and evaluating personnel required to meet service commitments.
Help ensure operators are performing task knowledgeably productively and safely.
Ensure that all operators complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports daily equipment report operational forms and other documentation daily
Provide feedback to Operations Supervisor regarding operators productivity work performance etc. daily
Assist in resolving any customer concerns and bring to resolution.
Assist in resolving any operator concerns and bring to resolution.
Operations
Working knowledge of equipment to manage solid waste and/or cover materials.
Operate equipment as necessary.
Ensure operators complete VCRs.
Communicate equipment/vehicle mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
Maintain operational quality standards as predetermined by management.
Safety
Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties.
Comply with all federal state/provincial local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
Assist the Operations Supervisor with accident investigations and preparing the necessary paperwork.
Attend and assist with safety and branch meetings.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
Completion of forklift certification.
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
Ability to operate any type of equipment necessary to perform job
Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations that apply to the job
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence such as pre- and post-trip inspections accident reports daily paperwork etc.
Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions such as company policies and procedures etc
Ability to apply common sense reasoning to carry out written and/or oral instructions and to solve general problems
Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of operating.

Physical/Mental Demands:
Ability to stand walk use hands and fingers reach stoop kneel crouch crawl talk hear climb balance taste and smell.
Visual Requirements: include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of operating.

Working Conditions:
Frequently exposed to loud noise humidity rainy/stormy hot and cold weather conditions moving mechanical parts vibration toxic and caustic chemicals fumes and airborne particles
Occasionally work in high precarious places.
Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.