Posted 9 days ago
Field Labourers
@ GFL Environmental
Sparwood, British Columbia
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring Field Labourers in Sparwood, BC, to support its Industrial Services team with swamping and physical site tasks. The work involves hose setup for water pumping, equipment rigging, confined space cleaning and after-hours call-outs. Non-local candidates work a 21-on-7-off or 14-on-7-off rotation covering day and night shifts.
Responsibilities:
- Assist operator with hydrovac and vacuum units
- Set up and control pump hoses
- Rig equipment and spot positioning
- Clean trucks and equipment, remove debris
- Enter confined spaces for detailed cleaning
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 5 licence with acceptable driving abstract
- Reliable vehicle
- Flexibility for after-hours call-outs
- Experience in confined spaces, heights or extreme weather
- Swamping experience is an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
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 | General labour |
| Schedule | day, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer none |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | drug and alcohol |
| Perks mentioned | 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
Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking Field Labourers in Sparwood, BC. The successful candidates will join a team of highly trained individuals who provide supplemental support and expertise to various divisions. The Field Labourers will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. Additionally, the individuals must be versatile, be open to challenges and always display a positive attitude.
This position is based in Sparwood, BC. For candidates residing outside of the Sparwood area, this position operates on either a 21 on 7 off rotation or a 14 on 7 off rotation, which includes day and night shifts.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Operator with the safe operation of the various units.
- Assist the Operator with the set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water.
- Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment.
- Spot the safe positioning of equipment.
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned and stored.
- Execute general labor duties on job sites, which include but not limited to truck cleaning, equipment packing, preparation for demobilization, and debris removal from job sites.
- Confined space entry to remove debris and perform detailed cleaning.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Valid Class 5 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract is required.
- Reliable vehicle to get to site.
- Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs.
- Previous experience working in various environments (i.e. confined space, heights, noisy and various and extreme weather conditions); Mining and/or oil and gas experience is also an asset.
- Swamping experience is an asset (i.e.Combo Vac and Hydrovac work).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
- Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.
- Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work.
- Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers.
- Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment.
- Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations.
- Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.
- Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.
GFL Benefits
- Competitive compensation package with a company-matched RRSP program to support your financial future.
- Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits—with premiums fully covered by GFL.
- Access to Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs) for you and your family.
- Paid training, professional development, and advancement opportunities.
- A positive, collaborative work culture that invests in your success.
This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
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