AZ Operator 1 – Emergency Response

GFL Environmental Inc.

AZ Operator supporting GFL Environmental’s cleanup and emergency spill-response services. Operating heavy vehicles, vacuum equipment, and specialized machinery at hazardous incidents.

Posted 8/5/2026full-timeOttawa • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operating and maintaining heavy vehicles and equipment for environmental cleanup and emergency response, with a strong focus on safety, compliance, and effective communication with stakeholders.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Valid AZ LicenseCertified Emergency Response Hazmat TechnicianProficient Operation of Heavy EquipmentStrong Oral and Written CommunicationOrganizational Skills

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Hard Skills

Operation of Pneumatic TankersOperation of Hydro VacsRoutine Vehicle MaintenanceConfined Space Watch TrainingChemical AssessmentEmergency Spill ResponseMarine OperationsDecommissioning LaboratoriesAccident ResponseHazardous Material Handling

Soft Skills

Strong Work EthicProfessional DemeanorTask PrioritizationMultitaskingTime Management

Tools & Technologies

Vacuum TrucksWater BlastersPallet JacksSewer Cleaning EquipmentCombination Units

Certifications & Qualifications

Certification from Truck Driving SchoolCertified Emergency Response Hazmat TechnicianConfined Space Watch Certification

Industry Keywords

Environmental CleanupEmergency ResponseOccupational Health and SafetyHazardous ChemicalsWorkplace Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate and maintain heavy vehicles and equipment supporting environmental cleanup and emergency spill response
Respond to environmental and industrial spills
Decommission clandestine laboratories
Respond to highway incidents involving tractor trailers, accidents, and chemical leaks
Respond to train derailments involving hazardous chemicals, fires, and site safety
Conduct marine operations involving fuel spills, boom deployment, and boat operations
Respond to weather events including wind/ice storms, forest fires, and flooding
Provide chemical assessments and advisory services
Work alongside police, fire, EMS, Environment Canada, and other stakeholders
Operate heavy equipment, vacuum trucks, and water blasters during incidents
Participate in job-specific and health and safety training
Operate efficiently and safely
Complete work-related documentation and reporting
Follow organizational policies and procedures and promote a workplace free of harassment and violence
Report workplace hazards, accidents, and other safety occurrences
Adhere to applicable occupational health, safety, human rights, and employment standards legislation
Preserve confidentiality and minimize risk

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid AZ License
High School diploma minimum
Certification from a recognized Truck Driving School
Valid Commercial AZ License
Proficient operation of pneumatic and shell tankers, wet/dry vacs, hydro vacs, liquid wet vacs, roll-off trucks, trailers, box trailers, and straight trucks
Experience with pallet jacks, dollies, carts, sewer cleaning equipment, combination units, and sewer flushing units
Certified training for confined space watch, rescue, and entrance
Certified Emergency Response Hazmat Technician (GFL course)
Ability to drive manual transmission trucks
Overtime as required
Weekend work may be required
Availability for a weekly on-call schedule
Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance
Strong oral and written communication abilities
Organizational skills, task prioritization, multitasking, timeline use, and time management
High personal integrity and strong work ethic
Professional and mature demeanor under stressful situations
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
Confident, consistent, decisive personality
Ability to work indoors and outdoors
Manual dexterity
Ability to lift 75+ lbs
Valid work authorization in Canada; GFL does not provide visa sponsorship

Benefits

Comp & perks

Unionized position covered by the current Collective Agreement
Opportunities for career growth and skill expansion
Support for employees’ personal goals, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, and mentoring others
Time to pursue other life ambitions
Equal opportunity employment
Accommodation assistance during the application process