Assistant Operator (Swamper/Labourer) at Gfl Environmental Inc. in Emerald Park, Saskatchewan, Canada | Kablio

Role

Description

pump setup

equipment positioning

unit operation

confined cleaning

rigging operations

equipment cleaning

Assist the Operator with the set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water
Spot the safe positioning of equipment
Execute general labor duties on job sites, which include but not limited to truck cleaning, equipment packing, preparation for demobilization, and debris removal from job sites
Assist the Operator with the safe operation of the various units
Confined space entry to remove debris and perform detailed cleaning
Ensure all equipment is cleaned and stored
Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment

Requirements

water blasting

class 5 license

hydrovac

heavy lifting

oil & gas

team player

Experience working with High Pressure Water Blasting Equipment is an asset
Ability to multitask and adapt to new working environments
Valid Class 5 Driver's license
Experience working with chemicals is an asset
Swamping experience is an asset (i.e. Vacuum and Hydrovac work)
Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform high labor intensity tasks in a team environment
Previous experience working in various environments (i.e. confined space, heights, noisy and various and extreme weather conditions); Industrial pulp and paper and/or oil and gas experience is also an asset
Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers
Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations

Benefits

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Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Quickly transformed into a North American environmental powerhouse.
Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario.
Manages solid waste hauling, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery, liquid waste collection, vacuum truck service, soil remediation, and bulky-item pickups.
Crafts integrated solutions, often replacing multiple vendors, with a signature bright green fleet.
Notable projects include large municipal waste-collection contracts in Toronto, Halifax, and Windsor, plus excavation work at Toronto’s Pan Am Aquatics Centre.
Expanded via strategic US acquisitions, such as Rizzo Environmental and Waste Industries, boosting its footprint and service scope.
Operates material-recovery facilities and regularly files SEC and TSX reports.
The Full Circle Project allows communities to vote on local charitable giving, blending service delivery with civic engagement.

Culture + Values

Grow For Life
Safe For Life
Sustainable For Life
Team Green

Environment + Sustainability

Vision: to be Green For Life through accessible, cost-effective, and sustainable environmental solutions
Published a Sustainability Action Plan in 2022 outlining climate strategy
Aligned reduction target with Global Methane Assessment, SBTi and IEA Net Zero pathway
Currently increasing landfill gas capture, expanding CNG/RNG fleet, and installing renewable electricity
Goal to double beneficial use of landfill biogas by 2030
Avoided/sequestered 12.1 Mt CO₂e in landfills in 2021 (up from 7.9 Mt in 2020)
2021 baseline: Scope 1 emissions 3.942 Mt CO₂e, Scope 2 emissions 0.033 Mt CO₂e

Inclusion & Diversity

Implemented Women in Waste (WIW) program to increase women’s participation
Launched Green Leaf Scholars Program in 2024 for dependents of full‑time employees
Committed to building multi‑year DEI&B roadmap
Goal to increase percentage of women across GFL (no specific percentage disclosed)

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Assistant Operator (Swamper/Labourer)

Gfl Environmental Inc.

Assistant Operator (Swamper/Labourer)

Gfl Environmental Inc.

Description

pump setup

equipment positioning

unit operation

confined cleaning

rigging operations

equipment cleaning

Requirements

water blasting

class 5 license

hydrovac

heavy lifting

oil & gas

team player

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Description

pump setup

equipment positioning

unit operation

confined cleaning

rigging operations

equipment cleaning

Requirements

water blasting

class 5 license

hydrovac

heavy lifting

oil & gas

team player

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance

Overview

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

Inclusion & Diversity

Articles

Born in 2007

Year of founding through merger

The company was formed through the merger of several Canadian waste firms, marking its official inception.

Over 25 States

US operational footprint

GFL's services span over half of the United States, showcasing its extensive national reach.

Multi-Billion Dollars

Annual revenue figures

The company reports significant annual revenues, reflecting its financial strength and market presence.

30% reduction

GHG Emission Target

Targeting a 30% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2030 from a 2021 baseline.

40% recovery

Recyclables Recovery Goal

Goal to increase recyclables recovery at MRFs by 40% by 2030.

85% RNG

CNG Fleet Goal

Aim for 85% of CNG fleet powered by RNG by 2030.

100% renewable

Renewable Energy Goal

Aim for 100% renewable energy in operations they control by 2030.

2024

Employee Engagement Survey

Conducted the first company-wide employee engagement survey to understand workplace satisfaction and areas for improvement.

2024

Green Leaf Scholars Program

Launched a scholarship program for dependents of full-time employees to support educational opportunities.

Women in Waste