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Posted 16 days ago

Labourer

@ GFL Environmental Services Inc.

Ottawa, ON · Gatineau, QC

Full-time
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Overview

GFL Environmental Services Inc. is hiring a full-time Labourer for its industrial environmental services team. The work covers environmental cleanup, hazardous waste handling, industrial maintenance and facility decontamination, often outdoors or in chemical plants and factories, with shift work, overtime and weekend work possible. The role requires physical stamina, a strong safety focus and willingness to travel and stay out of town.

Responsibilities:

  • Assist with environmental cleanup and remediation
  • Handle and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials
  • Operate industrial cleaning equipment
  • Perform general labour and site setup
  • Support spill response under supervision

Requirements summary:

  • Physically demanding work in all conditions
  • Commitment to safety and environmental compliance
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Willingness to travel and stay out of town
  • Previous industrial, construction or environmental work an asset

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-21
First seen by our source
2026-10-22
Source record updated
2026-11-05

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleovertime, weekends
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Construction site
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · computer none
LanguagesEnglish
Licences & certificationsG Class driver's license, Confined Space, WHMIS, H2S Alive, First Aid
Driver’s licencepreferred
Encouraged to applyVeterans
EducationHigh school (preferred)

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Job description

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Labourer to join our industrial environmental services team. The successful candidate will support operations by performing manual tasks related to environmental cleanup, hazardous waste handling, industrial maintenance, and facility decontamination. The role requires physical stamina, attention to safety protocols, and the ability to work in demanding industrial environments such as chemical plants, factories, or contaminated sites.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist with environmental cleanup and remediation activities, including soil excavation, waste removal, and site preparation
  • Handle, load, and transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials according to safety and environmental regulations
  • Operate and maintain industrial cleaning equipment (e.g., pressure washers, vacuum trucks, pneumatic tools)
  • Perform general labour tasks such as lifting, moving materials, shoveling, sweeping, and site setup/teardown
  • Support spill response and containment efforts under the guidance of supervisors
  • Follow strict safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times
  • Complete daily safety checks and report hazards or equipment issues immediately
  • Work in confined spaces or at heights, if required (with proper training and certification)
  • Maintain a clean and organized worksite

Qualifications and Skills:

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Previous experience in industrial, construction, or environmental work is an asset
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks in various weather and site conditions
  • Strong commitment to safety and environmental compliance
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Willingness to travel to different worksites as needed and stay out of town
  • Valid “G” Class driver’s license (preferred)
  • Confined Space, WHMIS, H2S Alive, and First Aid certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Working Conditions:

  • Work is primarily outdoors or in industrial facilities
  • Exposure to dirt, dust, noise, chemicals, and hazardous materials
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is mandatory
  • Shift work, overtime, and weekend work may be required

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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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