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Heavy Equipment Operator

Full-time

GFL Environmental USA Inc.

Safely operate and/or have the ability to operate various equipment including forklift bobcat backhoe track hoe compactor and/or steer equipment to bale load and move waste material.

Why Join Our Crew

If youre a hands-on operator who thrives running heavy machinery in an industrial setting and wants a reliable schedule with solid weekly overtime this is the spot for you. We provide year-round essential workno seasonal layoffs no sitting around waiting for weather delays just predictable hours and weekly overtime pay.

What We Offer:

  • Consistent Overtime: 45 hours standard per week (6:30 AM 5:00 PM MonFri).
  • Work-Life Balance: Weekends off to rest and spend time with family.
  • Job Security: Essential industry with guaranteed year-round work and stability.

Why Work with Team Green

  • At GFL our people are our strongest asset. We invest heavily in our team members providing clear advancement pathways across our North American network.
  • Generous Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO right out of the gate plus paid company holidays.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: 4 medical plan options (including HSA with employer contribution & match) plus complete dental and vision coverage.
  • Financial Future: 401(k) plan with company match.
  • Employee Well-Being: Free counseling services through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Career Growth: Stability in an essential recession-resilient industry with real opportunities for promotion into higher management roles.

What Youll Be Doing:

  • Operate Heavy Machinery: Run excavators track hoes wheel loaders track loaders bulldozers balers and compactors to move sort and process waste and recycled materials.
  • Daily Maintenance & Rig Upkeep: Perform daily pre-trip inspections fluid checks and greasing to keep your machine running smoothly and safely.
  • Site & Equipment Care: Clear track gear/mechanisms at the end of shifts maintain facility grounds and communicate active job priorities with ground crews and operators via two-way radio.
  • Team-First Mentality: Step in for fellow operators as needed and adhere to site safety guidelines and environmental standards.

What Were Looking For:

  • Hands-on Experience: Proven track record operating heavy equipment (yellow iron/track hoe/loader/excavator) in an industrial scrap landfill or transfer station environment.
  • Certifications: Forklift certification required (or ability to obtain). Ability to obtain Transfer Station / Landfill Operations certification if needed.
  • Safety First: Strong commitment to federal state and site safety protocols. Safety boots and eye protection required.
  • Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 50 lbs work in outdoors/all-weather cabs (100% field setting) and perform routine mechanical greasing/cleaning.
  • Communication & Basic Math: Good verbal/written English communication and basic math skills to read equipment gauges and operational meters.

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

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is 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.

Required Experience:

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