Plant Operator, Processing Facilities

Job description

Our GFL Pickering location is looking for a Plant Operator to join the liquids division. Under general direction from the Operations Manager, the Plant Operator is responsible for day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal. Key Responsibilities: - Receive all client waste – both bulk and containerized - Take samples from waste vehicles and containers for lab analysis - Load and unload waste vehicles including vacuum trucks, tankers, straight trucks and van trailers - Operate plant machinery and assist with general maintenance - Assisting in waste processing methods and processes - Assist with preparing shipments of hazardous and non-hazardous waste for transport - Gain a full understanding and working knowledge of the company’s standard operating procedures (SOPs), and ensure they are followed - Notify the Supervisor/Manager of any defects, damages, mistakes, errors, contamination, spills, other incidents or accidents that are identified - Document and report completion status of work assigned by the Supervisor/Manager - Comply with rules, procedures, safe work and hygiene practices, health and safety standards and use of personal prote...