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Wastewater Treatment Technician/Labourer
Job Summary
Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to perform moderately labour intensive and repetitious tasks
- Physically fit with the ability to lift +50 lbs. and stand on cement for extended periods of time
- Excellent communication skills
- Planning and organizational skills
- Ability to analyze and solve problems
- Able to work independently and in a team environment
Description/Duties
Position Summary
The Wastewater Facility Labourer is responsible for the receiving, processing and discharging of non-hazardous wastewater and waste materials received by the Processing Facilities. The successful candidate must display a focus on safety and efficiency in a team environment while performing moderately labour intensive and repetitious tasks.
With this position you will have the opportunity to earn your BC EOCP (Environmental Operators Certificate Program) Wastewater Treatment 1 certification.
Key Accountabilities
- Ensure liquid waste is received, treated and processed in a safe and efficient manner
- Monitor tank levels, flow rates and dewatering equipment
- Assist operators with basic pump, pipe and valve repairs and maintenance
- Safe handling and of chemicals and effluent discharging
- Operation of processing machinery and equipment as required
- Ensure safe operation and procedures are followed at all times
- Complete facility paperwork properly & ensure it is submitted
- Complete job hazard risk assessments
- Promote a safety culture with all employees
- Ensure superior customer service is provided
- General shop clean up and maintenance
- Other duties as assigned
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]
About GFL Environmental
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and soil remediation.
With strategically located operations across Canada and the United States, GFL is uniquely equipped to undertake practically any environmental challenge, with unparalleled commitment to safety and customer service.
Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.
One of the keys to our success lies in the diversity of our services and our ability to deliver robust integrated solutions – traditionally provided by multiple third parties – all from a single efficient company.
We believe that, by providing safe, accessible and cost-effective solutions, we encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.