Posted 5 days ago
Industrial Vacuum Truck Operator
@ GFL Environmental
Nanaimo, BC · Port Alberni, BC
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a Vacuum Truck Operator in Nanaimo or Port Alberni to transport, remove, deliver and collect liquid and solid hazardous wastes. The role involves operating vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps, setting up hoses, and assisting with swamping and site rigging. The posting requires a Class 3 licence, manual transmission, after-hours call-out availability, and pays $37.79 per hour.
Pay:
$37.79 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Operate vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps for customer tasks
- Set up and control pump hoses for safe pumping
- Maintain daily driver's logbook
- Clean and store equipment after jobs
- Participate in job site preparation and rigging
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 3 driver's licence with acceptable abstract
- Ability to operate manual transmission
- Availability for after-hours call-outs and travel
- Experience in confined space, heights and extreme weather
- Industrial pulp and paper or oil and gas experience preferred
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-10
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-10
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-10
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Plant or factory, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
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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 | 580 |
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Position Summary
Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator in Nanaimo or Port Alberni. The responsibilities include but are not limited to transporting, removing, delivering, and collecting diverse liquid and solid hazardous wastes from different locations. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. This role also provides the opportunity to operate a wide range of vac trucks and gain experience with high pressure pumps and equipment.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Operate vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps and equipment to perform tasks required by the customer.
- Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water.
- Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily.
- Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop.
- Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.
- Must be able to operate manual transmission.
- Ability to travel when required.
- 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); Industrial pulp and paper and/or oil and gas experience is preferred.
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.
Pay Rate: $37.79 per hour
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