General Laborer - Rental Maintenance

A General Laborer Rental Maintenance is responsible for safely and efficiently cleaning containers that are used to transport non-hazardous materials.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

• 15 days of paid time off upon hire.
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Overview :

GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service.

Working for GFL is more than a job it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

Key Responsibilities :

• Cleans and services containers using appropriate techniques including handwork or manual work in accordance with established methods and applicable regulations.
• Manually cleans, installs, fits, repairs valves, caps, hoses, pumps, gaskets and other external and internal equipment on the container.
• Operates all necessary cleaning equipment such as high-pressure pumps, air electrical and / or mechanical equipment including hot and / or cold air blow drying systems, in accordance with operation training and guidelines and safety procedures.
• Maintain equipment in optimal working order and perform regular maintenance to maximize production.
• Sweeps up debris and shovels sludge into buckets for proper disposal.
• Moves containers around the yard as requested.
• Maintains good housekeeping and cleanliness in the container cleaning areas.
• Completes all applicable and appropriate paperwork.
• Practices safety procedures in accordance with training and guidelines when working.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements :

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.
• Valid driver's license.
• Previous experience working outdoors, warehouse, or similar environment.
• Must be able to meet criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment non-DOT physical and (FCE).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :

• Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision.
• Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job.
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend reports to accurately complete daily assignments.
• Ability to work in accordance with Company safety policies & procedures, OSHA (Occupational and Safety Health Act) requirements, as well as all local, state, and federal laws.

Physical / Mental Demands :

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift in an outdoor environment 90% of the time.
• Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, climb and balance.
• Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to manually lift / move up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to manually push / move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another employee.

Working Conditions :

• Outdoors in varying adverse weather; low / high temperatures, wet and / or high humidity or sudden temperature changes.
• Exposure to outdoor elements, unpleasant odors, small spaces, exposure to fumes, dust, or uneven ground.
30+ days ago