Posted 10 days ago
Vacuum Truck Labourer
@ GFL Environmental
Emerald Park, Saskatchewan
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a Vacuum Truck Assistant Operator / Labourer to support the Vacuum Truck Services Division on job sites. The work covers hydro excavating, confined space entry, spill cleanup, line flushing and power washing, with company-assisted progress toward a 3A licence. Candidates need a valid Class 5 licence and must be able to lift 50 pounds.
Responsibilities:
- Assist operator with unit operation and hose setup
- Rig equipment and spot positioning on job sites
- Enter confined spaces to remove debris and clean
- Clean, pack and store equipment
- Perform general labour on job sites
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence
- Experience in confined spaces, heights and extreme weather
- Swamping or hydrovac experience an asset
- High pressure water blasting experience an asset
- Chemical handling experience an asset
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-28
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-28
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | General labour |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Vehicle, Plant or factory |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer none |
| Driver’s licence | required |
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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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Summary:
The Vacuum Truck Assistant Operator / Labourer is relied upon for providing onsite support services for the Vacuum Truck Services Division which performs a very diverse range of activities including but not limited to: hydro excavating, confined space entry, spill cleanup, line flushing, and power washing, and assisting with the loading and hauling of various fluids / material. The Assistant Operator will assist with these labour based tasks with a focus on safety, professionalism and teamwork.
This is a developmental position designed to help employees grow within the organization by obtaining their 3A license with company assistance provided.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Operator with the safe operation of the various units
- Assist the Operator with the set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water
- Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment
- Spot the safe positioning of equipment
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned and stored
- Execute general labor duties on job sites, which include but not limited to truck cleaning, equipment packing, preparation for demobilization, and debris removal from job sites
- Confined space entry to remove debris and perform detailed cleaning
- Other duties as required
Requirements
- Valid Class 5 Driver's license
- 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 also an asset
- Swamping experience is an asset (i.e. Vacuum and Hydrovac work)
- Experience working with High Pressure Water Blasting Equipment is an asset
- Experience working with chemicals is an asset
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform high labor intensity tasks in a team environment
- Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations
- Ability to multitask and adapt to new working environments
- Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success
- Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers
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