Mechanic Technician

Compactor/Container Repair Technician

Safely perform the repair, rebuilding, operation, installation, and maintenance on Company compactors, containers and other equipment as needed.

Why Join Team Green?

At GFL Environmental, we invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! We aren't just offering a jobwe're offering a long-term career with a team that has your back.

What's in it for you:

• Time Off: 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays.

• Solid Benefits: 4 medical plan options (including an HSA with company match) plus comprehensive dental and vision coverage.

• Retirement: 401(k) with an active company match program.

• Support: Employee Assistance Program featuring free counseling services for you and your family.

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking Compactor/Container Repair Technician to handle the heavy-duty maintenance, troubleshooting, and rebuilding of our industrial compactors and waste equipment. If you like solving mechanical puzzles, working with your hands, and staying on the move, this is the spot for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Fix & Rebuild: Diagnose, repair, and rebuild company compactors, containers, and specialized waste equipment.

• Electrical & Hydraulics: Work safely around 3-phase high-voltage electrical apparatuses, set hydraulic pressures, and optimize cycle times.

• Welding & Tools: Perform minor welding and fabrication as needed. You will maintain and utilize your own set of tools to get the job done.

• Field Coordination: Track your parts and labor costs, manage standard inventory levels, and coordinate major account repair requests to keep our clients running smoothly.

• Safety First: Follow all company and federal/state safety regulations to ensure a safe workspace every day.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Proven background in repairing heavy equipment, industrial compactors, or complex mechanical systems.

• Technical Skills: Solid understanding of basic electrical components (especially 3-phase high voltage) and hydraulic systems. Minor welding capability is a huge plus.

• Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required, and you must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of employment (we will help you meet relevant safety criteria).

• Education: High school diploma or GED; a technical school diploma or certificate is highly desired.

• Physical Drive: Must be comfortable working in a loud, active industrial environment (hot/cold weather, lifting/pulling up to 50 lbs, climbing, and kneeling).

Schedule & Compensation

• Hours: 8:00 AM 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

• On-Call: Must be available for occasional emergency weekend calls.

• Pay Rate: Starting at $22.00 $24.00/hour.

• Overtime: Consistent 50-hour work week (gives you a steady 10 hours of time-and-a-half overtime pay every week!).

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 View email address on click.appcast.io Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful 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.