Posted 9 days ago
CAD Coordinator
@ GFL Environmental
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a CAD Technician / Project Coordinator on a 6-month contract in Calgary or Red Deer, Alberta, with hybrid or remote flexibility. The role updates legacy mechanical drawings in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor and handles project documentation and purchasing admin. The posting states Monday to Friday 8-hour days with flexible start times to overlap with East Coast hours.
Responsibilities:
- Update and modify legacy mechanical drawings in AutoCAD and Inventor
- Coordinate drawing changes with engineers and East Coast contractors
- Manage project documentation and drawing archives
- Track purchase orders, order parts and process invoices
Requirements summary:
- Completed AutoCAD coursework, certificate or diploma
- Hands-on AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor experience
- Proficiency in Google Suite and MS Office
- Strong communication across Eastern time zones
- Mechanical aptitude or hands-on background is an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-28
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Engineering |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Computer-Aided Design |
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GFL Environmental
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Full company description
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements. At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols. Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels. Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales. Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
- LinkedIn followers
- 170,621
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 8,102
- Reported office locations
- 100 New Park Place, Vaughan, Ontario L4K 0H9, CA
- Business categories
- Environmental Consulting
- Waste Management
- GreenTech
- Other recorded names
- GFL Environmental Inc.
- Specialties
- Municipal / Residential Waste
- Industrial / Commercial / Construction Waste
- Construction & Demolition Services
- Used Oil Collection
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Excavation Services
- Shoring & Foundations
- Soil Remediation
- Vacuum Truck Services
- Infrastructure Development
- Recycling
- Organics
- Industrial Cleaning
- HAZMAT Emergency Response
- Landfill Disposal & Diversion
- and Environmental Remediation
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 5,167,778,866
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GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Vaughan, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Municipal / Residential WasteIndustrial / Commercial / Construction WasteConstruction & Demolition ServicesUsed Oil CollectionHazardous Waste ManagementExcavation ServicesShoring & FoundationsSoil RemediationVacuum Truck ServicesInfrastructure Development |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 582 |
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Summary
Location: Calgary or Red Deer, AB (Hybrid / Remote Flexibility)
Position Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract (Opportunity for extension based on performance)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8-hour days (Flexible start times to overlap with East Coast hours)
We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented CAD Technician / Project Coordinator to join our Western Canada team on a 6-month contract.
In this hands-on role, you will work closely with our engineering and project teams—including internal stakeholders and contractors across Western Canada and the East Coast—to update, modify, and manage critical project drawings and technical documentation. Whether you are a recent graduate or a junior technician looking to build practical industry experience, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain high-visibility experience in a major industrial sector.
Key Responsibilities
- Drafting & CAD Modifications:
- Update, modify, and standardize legacy mechanical and technical drawings using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
- Collaborate with engineers, project managers, and East Coast contractors to adjust drawings according to live project specifications.
- Review technical data sheets and maintain strict CAD drafting standards.
- Project Administration & Support:
- Manage project documentation, organize drawing archives, and assist with technical data management.
- Assist with operational tasks such as ordering parts, tracking Purchase Orders (POs), and processing project invoices.
- Maintain clear, proactive communication across multiple time zones.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Education/Certification: Completed coursework, certificate, or diploma in Computer-Aided Design (AutoCAD) from a recognized institution (e.g., SAIT, Red Deer Polytechnic, or equivalent).
- Software Proficiency: Hands-on experience using AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.
- Computer Skills: Proficiency in standard office tools, including Google Suite and MS Office (Excel & Word).
- Communication & Flexibility: Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with team members in Eastern time zones
- A natural mechanical aptitude or practical background (e.g., farming, trades, hands-on mechanical hobbies) is an asset
- A fresh perspective and a high level of motivation to streamline drafting workflows
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