Posted 3 days ago
Heavy Equipment Operator
@ GFL Environmental Inc.
Canada
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator in Hinton, AB for full-time field work at a landfill, operating mini excavators and other heavy equipment to process material safely. The posting states excellent health, vision and dental benefits, life insurance, RRSP contributions and a competitive compensation structure, with flexible hours required.
Responsibilities:
- Operate mini excavator to process smaller material in a landfill
- Perform minor equipment maintenance and basic mechanical work
- Complete pre-trip, post-trip, FLHA and incident reports
- Follow company policy and safety training at all times
Requirements summary:
- Experience operating heavy equipment, primarily mini excavators
- Willing to work flexible hours
- Experience with front end loaders, dozers and compactors is an asset
- Landfill experience and mechanical aptitude are an asset
- Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
Employer career site / ATS feed · workday
- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
These dates describe the source record, not a live verification that the employer is still hiring. Check the original posting.
Job details
| Department | Manufacturing & production |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
Summary and details written by AI from the posting; the employer’s posting is the authority.
GFL Environmental Inc.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 155 |
GFL Environmental is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team in Hinton, AB!
The Heavy Equipment Operator will assist in the day-to-day field operations to ensure efficient processing of material and site safety standards are met.
Why Join TEAM GREEN
Excellent Health, Vision and Dental Benefits
Life Insurance
RRSP Contributions
Competitive Compensation Structure
Requirements
Experience operating heavy equipment. Primarily Mini Excavators.
Willing to work flexible hours.
Experience working with Front End Loaders and Dozers and Compactors considered an asset.
The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, able to work independently, and has landfill experience (considered an asset).
Ability to obtain Transfer Station/Landfill Operations Certification if needed.
Previous operations, transportation, waste management experience preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Operate mini excavator to process smaller material in a landfill setting.
Ensure operations are performed productively and safely.
Minor equipment maintenance, basic mechanical work, and completing paperwork (pre/post-trips, FLHAs, incident reports, etc.).
Contribute to a healthy and safe working environment for all.
Ensure company policy, systems, and industry related training is followed at all times.
Working knowledge of equipment to manage solid waste and/or cover materials.
Other duties as assigned.
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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.
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