AZ Operator, Emergency Response

QUALIFICATIONS

o 4000 hours competed with the Employer.

o Vatid AZ License

o Passed competency evaluation by GFL Supervisor

o Operate Proficiently at Equipment, including but not Limited to: Pneumatic & Shell Tankers, Wet / Dry Vac, Hydro Vac, Liquid (wet) vac, Roll-off Truck and/or Trailers Box Trailers & Straight Truck (including use of pallet jackets, dolly’s, carts, etc.)

o Sewer Cleaning Equipment i.e. combination / sewer flushing units.

o Confined Space Watch, Rescue & Entrance (certified training required).

o Certified Emergency Response Hazmat Technician (GFL course)

o Capable to drive manual transmission truck(s)

Requirements:

• High School diploma minimum

• Certification from recognized Truck Driving School

• Valid Commercial AZ License

• Overtime as required • Weekend work may be required, on call schedule in effect on weekly basis

The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:

• Environmental and Industrial spills

• Clandestine laboratory decommissioning

• Highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks

• Train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety.

• Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.

• Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.

• Chemical assessments and advisory services.

• Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.

• Incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.

• Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required

• Operating his/her position in an efficient and safe manner

• Completing work related documentation and reporting

• Follow all established organizational policies and procedures

• Promote and participate in a work environment free of workplace harassment and violence

• Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others

• Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others

• Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act

• Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance • Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities

• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques

• High level of personal integrity

• Strong work ethic

• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

• Confident, consistent decisive personality

• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors

• Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required

Contact James Burns or Steve Blais for more information.

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