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Industrial Vacuum Truck Operator

@ GFL Environmental

Nanaimo, BC · Port Alberni, BC

$37.79/hr
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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, assisting with swamping and physical tasks, and after-hours call-outs. The posting states a pay rate of $37.79 per hour.

Pay:

$37.79 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Opérer des camions aspirateurs et des pompes haute pression
  • Installer et contrôler les tuyaux de pompage
  • Tenir à jour le registre de conduite quotidiennement
  • Nettoyer et ranger l'équipement
  • Participer à la préparation des sites et au montage du matériel

Requirements summary:

  • Permis de conduire classe 3 valide avec un abstrait de conduite commercial acceptable
  • Capacité de conduire une boîte manuelle
  • Expérience en espace clos, en hauteur ou par temps extrême
  • Disponibilité pour les appels après les heures normales
  • Expérience en pâtes et papiers ou en pétrole et gaz un atout
Source and dates

Employer career site / ATS feed · paradox

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

DepartmentTransportation & driving
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingVehicle, Plant or factory, Client sites
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer low
LanguagesEnglish, French
Driver’s licencerequired

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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…

FieldValue
IndustryEnvironmental Services
Company size10,001+ employees
HeadquartersVaughan, Ontario
Organization typePrivately Held
SpecialtiesMunicipal / Residential WasteIndustrial / Commercial / Construction WasteConstruction & Demolition ServicesUsed Oil CollectionHazardous Waste ManagementExcavation ServicesShoring & FoundationsSoil RemediationVacuum Truck ServicesInfrastructure Development
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Job description

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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