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Manual AZ/DZ Driver

@ GFL Environmental Services Inc.

Thunder Bay, Ontario

Full-time
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Overview

GFL Environmental Services Inc. is hiring a full-time AZ/DZ Emergency Response Operator out of its Thunder Bay, Ontario site to support the liquid line of business. The role collects liquid and solid hazardous waste from customer sites and responds to spills, derailments, highway incidents and weather events. The posting requires manual transmission training, 365-day availability plus on-call, and overtime pay is offered.

Responsibilities:

  • Respond to spills, derailments, highway and weather incidents
  • Collect hazardous and non-hazardous waste from customer sites
  • Operate heavy equipment, vacuum trucks and water blasters
  • Complete work documentation and incident reporting
  • Work alongside police, fire, EMS and Environment Canada

Requirements summary:

  • Valid AZ and/or DZ licence
  • Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods
  • Trained on manual transmission
  • 365-day availability plus on-call
  • Clean shaven to wear a respirator
  • Lift 75+ lbs

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Source and dates

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Employer posting date
2026-10-26
First seen by our source
2026-10-16
Source record updated
2026-11-03

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Job details

DepartmentMaintenance & repair
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Scheduleovertime
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingPlant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 75 lb · computer low
Licences & certificationsAZ license, DZ license, Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Driver’s licencerequired
Perks mentionedRetirement plan

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Job description

GFL Environmental is looking for full-time AZ/DZ Emergency Response Operators to support our liquid line of business out of our Thunder Bay, Ontario site.

The successful candidates must be trained on MANUAL TRANSMISSION and will be primarily responsible for the collection of various liquid and solid hazardous waste from various customer sites.

GFL Benefits:

  • Our industry leading benefits package (100% employer-premium paid)

  • RRSP Matching: We support your future goals by matching your RRSP contributions

  • An environment that encourages professional growth and development

  • Be a part of the Full-Cycle Project initiative – a way to give back to the community

  • Overtime pay

Key Responsibilities:

The Emergency Response Operator will respond to various incidents such as:

  • Environmental and Industrial spills

  • Clandestine laboratory decommissioning

  • Highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks

  • Train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety planning.

  • Marine operations mostly regarding fuel spills into open bodies of water. Involving boom deployment and boat operations.

  • Weather event responses involving wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding.

  • Chemical assessments and advisory services.

  • Working alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders.

  • Incidents involving heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters.

  • Collection of hazardous and non-hazardous goods

  • Participating in job specific and health & safety training as required

  • Completing work related documentation and reporting

  • Perform work in a safe manner, so as not to endanger oneself or others Reporting workplace hazards, accidents or other occurrences that may pose a risk to the organization or the safety of oneself or others

  • Adhere to the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Workplace Safety & Insurance Board Act, Ontario Human Rights Code and Employment Standards Act

  • Participate in team/staff meetings when required

  • Work in a manner that preserves confidentiality and minimizes risk

Knowledge, Skills and Competencies:

  • Valid AZ and/or DZ license.

  • Knowledge of Transportation of Dangerous Goods

  • Must be able to operate manual transmission.

  • Previous experience with Vacuum Trucks is preferred

  • 365 day availability required + on call.

  • Clean shaven (to wear a respirator).

  • Machine operating experience is an asset.

  • Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.

#GFLTALENT

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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