Posted 22 days ago
Operations Lead Hand
@ GFL Environmental
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring an Operations Lead Hand in Edmonton, AB to support daily fleet operations, driver training and safety. The role involves driver reviews, pre- and post-trip inspections, and liaison between dispatch and drivers. The posting states competitive pay, full employer-paid health coverage, and a company-matching RRSP/DPSP program.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct driver reviews and ongoing sit-in driver training
- Ensure daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and trip logs
- Relay schedules and service requirements between dispatch and drivers
- Respond to mechanical write-ups, route hazards and safety incidents
- Maintain route productivity, service quality and vehicle cleanliness
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 1 licence with air endorsement and clean driver's abstract
- Minimum 3 years commercial driving experience
- Supervisory experience preferred
- Experience with side-loaders, rear packers, front end and roll off vehicles preferred
- Flexibility for early starts and overtime
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-15
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-15
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Schedule | day, overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Vehicle, Warehouse |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Commercial Driver's License, Air endorsement, Driver's Abstract |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan, Employee discount, Wellness |
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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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GFL Environmental is looking for an Operations Lead Hand to join our team in Edmonton, AB!
At GFL, our Operations Lead Hand will represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will be responsible for developing a thorough understanding of the Company’s transportation requirements and patterns. You will support our supervisory team in day to day operations for your line of business.
Why GFL:
- Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
- Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
- Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
- Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of a safe, modern yard with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading safe work practices.
- Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
- Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.
Requirements:
- Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver’s License with air endorsement and a clean Driver’s Abstract.
- Operations Experience: Minimum 3 years of commercial driving experience. Some supervisory experience preffered. Experience working with Side-loaders, Rear Packers, Front End, and Roll Off vehicles is preferred.
- Previous operations, transportation, or waste management experience preferred.
- Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles. Able to perform pre and post trip inspections and accident investigations.
- Reliability: Flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed. Ability to plan, prioritize and execute against tight timelines.
- Technical Ability: Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient with database, spreadsheet, and word processing computer skills within a Google Workspace environment. Previous knowledge and experience with dispatch programs preferred.
Responsibilities:
- Safe Fleet Operation: Ongoing “sit-in” driver training to assess any poor driving habits, road-rage, excessive braking, possibly fuel cost savings, etc., conduct regular driver reviews.
- Safety Inspections: Ensure thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections, trip logs and paperwork are completed daily. Ensure company policy, systems, and industry related training is delivered to all drivers.
- Delivering Excellence: Act as a direct liaison between dispatch and drivers to ensure information regarding daily schedules, equipment and service requirements is efficiently relayed. Attain all of the necessary information regarding any issues by maintaining courteous, prompt and efficient customer relations with residents.
- System Operations: Ensure company policy, systems, and industry related training is delivered to all drivers.
- Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly respond to any mechanical write-ups, route hazards, or safety incidents. Direct communication with other departments to ensure proper ongoing service and upkeep of all units is maintained including safety devices, vehicle lighting, warning devices, fittings, safety supplies.
- Service Quality: Maintain high route productivity, customer service standards, and vehicle cleanliness.
- Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to all traffic laws, municipal bylaws, company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.
- Team Collaboration: Work closely with Drivers, Dispatchers, Customer Service and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.
- Additional Duties: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.
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