Job Description
Company: GFL Environmental
Job Title: Landfill Operator
Location: Castlegar, BC
Job Type: Full-Time
GFL Environmental is seeking a dependable Landfill Operator for our Castlegar site. In this role, you will safely operate and maintain heavy equipment to process and load waste materials while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Safely operate heavy equipment (excavator, front-loader, baler, bulldozer, compactor, forklift) to bale, move, and load waste.
Maintenance & Inspections: Conduct daily pre-trip inspections, check fluids, grease components, and clear debris from equipment tracks.
Site Upkeep: Maintain the cleanliness and overall appearance of the facility and grounds.
Teamwork & Safety: Coordinate with co-workers via two-way radio, attend safety meetings, and step in for team members as needed.
Requirements & Qualifications
Certifications: Forklift certification is required; ability to obtain a Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification.
Education: High school diploma or GED is asset (but not required).
Communication: Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently to follow instructions and read equipment gauges.
Self-Motivated: Proven ability to work productively with minimal supervision.
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Environment: 100% outdoor work environment; regularly exposed to all weather conditions, loud noises, dust, and fumes.
Physical Fitness: Ability to stand, sit, climb, and bend throughout the shift; must frequently lift up to 25 lbs and occasionally up to 50 lbs.
Safety Gear: Steel-toe boots and eye protection are required at all times.
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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 [email protected]
Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful 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.