Field Technician, Recycling and Waste Management Services

Position Summary

The Technician role involves working in our Onoway facility and also providing on-site services and technical assistance for all aspects of hazardous waste management to clients in the field. The role is to assist sales with inventory and on-site classification of special waste, record and schedule waste projects and subsequent shipments into various disposal facilities, provide support in relation to invoicing questions MSDS acquisition/review, completion of safety paperwork & TDG documentation and waste classification & labelling. This position provides a critical role in achieving our customer satisfaction targets (both internal and external), this position establishes the public impression of GFL and becomes a reflection of who we are and what we stand for.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

• Sample / test waste to determine transport, packaging, and / or disposal requirements

• Ensure waste is classified and disposed of in accordance with regulatory requirements

• Complete appropriate manifest / TDG paperwork to accompany the waste pick up

• Evaluate customer needs and communicate back to the Sales or Technical team

• Provide facility support and process work when required

• Operate small equipment such as, skid steer, forklift, man lift, transfer pumps etc.

• Supervision of project work ensuring all activities adhere to GFL’s safety program

• Conduct field work in remote project locations on an as needed basis

• Involved with execution of chemical and petroleum transfers

• Participation in projects that are deemed out of scope or require more planning and preparation

• Other duties as required. 

Requirements

• Post Secondary education in environmental sciences, chemistry, and/or biology.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a related field.

• Valid Class 5 Drivers License with a fairly clean Commercial Drivers Abstract.

• Must be willing and able to work through difficult weather conditions.

• Must be willing and able to work flexible shifts, long hours, weekends and travel away from home as business demands.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Regulatory and technical knowledge with respect to the Hazardous Waste Management Industry is a definite asset.

• Ability to perform physical tasks including shoveling, lifting, moving containers and other heavy materials.

• Good computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Fit for work every day including being clean shaven.

• Detail oriented with excellent organizational, problem solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.

• Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.

• Additional training and experience such as First Aid / CPR, H2S Alive, Fall Protection awareness, NORM Awareness would be considered an asset.