Posted 29 days ago
Class 3/1 Operator
@ GFL Environmental Services Inc.
Chemainus, British Columbia
Overview
GFL Environmental Services Inc. is hiring a full-time Class 3/1 Operator to run vacuum trucks on spill cleanup, line flushing, power washing, water hauling and fluid loading. The role is Monday to Friday with the driver home each night and occasional overnight stays, and it requires a Class 3A licence with a clean commercial drivers abstract.
Responsibilities:
- Operate vacuum equipment safely in an industrial setting
- Provide service to clients and represent GFL professionally
- Complete daily pre-trips and driver logs for NSC compliance
- Maintain accurate company documentation
- Participate in safety programs such as job hazard assessments
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 3A driver's licence and fairly clean commercial drivers abstract
- Ability to drive a manual transmission
- Good health and physical condition
- Class 1 licence, vacuum truck and B-train experience are assets
- Safety tickets such as First Aid/CPR, CSTS, TDG and H2S Alive are assets
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-05
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | First Aid/CPR, CSTS, TDG, H2S Alive |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Generous paid time off, Retirement plan, Wellness, Paid training |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
GFL Environmental Services Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 156 |
Position Summary
The Class 3/1 Operator will work with the Vacuum Truck Services team to provide exceptional service to our clients. Services provided include spill cleanup, line flushing, power washing, water hauling, and loading and hauling of various fluids/ material. The chosen individual will perform this diverse range of activities with a focus on safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday. Home every night. (occasional overnight stays).
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:
- Operate vacuum equipment safely in an industrial setting.
- Provide exceptional service to all clients and professionally represent GFL.
- Complete daily equipment pre-trips and driver logs required for NSC compliance.
- Maintain detailed and accurate company documentation to accompany work performed.
- Participate in safety programs such as job hazard assessments.
Requirements
- Valid Class Class 3A Driver's License and a fairly clean Commercial Drivers Abstract; and a Class 1 Driver’s License would be an asset.
- Must be able to drive a manual transmission.
- Vacuum truck experience would be an asset.
- B-train experience would be an asset.
- Valid safety tickets such as First Aid/CPR, Construction Safety Training (CSTS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and H2S Alive are considered an asset.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
- Safety-focused attitude with experience working in an industrial setting.
- Must be in good health and physical condition to perform physical duties assigned.
GFL Benefits
- Competitive wages.
- RRSP company matching program.
- Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits.
- Paid vacation and holidays.
- Employee assistance programs.
- Paid training and development opportunities.
- A supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.
#GFLTalent
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 [email protected]
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.
Journal
Only you can see this. Kept on this device, and in your account when you sign in.