Posted 26 days ago
Class 3/1 Operator
@ GFL Environmental
Chemainus, British Columbia
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a Class 3/1 Operator for its Vacuum Truck Services team, full-time Monday to Friday with nightly returns home and occasional overnight stays. The work covers spill cleanup, line flushing, power washing, water hauling and loading and hauling fluids and materials, with a focus on safety and client service.
Responsibilities:
- Operate vacuum equipment safely in an industrial setting
- Provide exceptional service to clients
- Complete daily pre-trips and driver logs for NSC compliance
- Maintain detailed company documentation
- Participate in safety programs such as job hazard assessments
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 3A driver's licence and fairly clean commercial driver abstract
- Able to drive a manual transmission
- Vacuum truck experience (asset)
- B-train experience (asset)
- Valid safety tickets: First Aid/CPR, CSTS, TDG, H2S Alive (asset)
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Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-11
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-13
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-13
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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, Vehicle, Client sites |
| Position | On the move |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| 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 |
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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
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
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 | 584 |
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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.
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