Chemical Technician/Driver

Job summary

The technician is responsible for characterizing, packaging, and labeling chemical waste for transport from customer sites to GFL facilities. They also provide technical assistance to customers and ensure all operations comply with safety regulations and transportation standards.

Job details

GFL Environmental is looking for Chemical Technicians to join the growing team in Brampton, ON! The technician will drive to various customer sites to pick up, package and label chemical waste for transportation. Key Responsibilities: Responsible for the characterization, research, packing, and labeling of chemical waste for the transportation of the material from the customer site to the applicable GFL facility. Provide technical assistance to Customers via site visits, sampling and assisting with the classification of waste materials. Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and proper manner in accordance with GFL Environmental Services Inc. transportation standard operating procedures, and government regulations. Conduct regular vehicle and equipment inspections according to requirements and documents. Conduct yourself in a professional and cost effective manner at all times. Maintain a clean appearance at all times. Treat all customers in a courteous and professional manner. Abide by the rules and requirements while on customer or GFL property. Perform lab packing and de-packing duties. Complete all necessary paperwork to complete the job including acquiring signatures as required. Assist both sales and operations with Technical information gathering for materials going into or out of GFL’s Liquid East facilities. Assist with the coding and shipments of Lab-Pack materials. Perform additional duties as assigned by Supervisor. Knowledge, Skills & Competencies: University or college degree in an applicable field – Chemistry, Environmental Affairs, Biology, etc. Valid G License (DZ an asset). **Must be willing to drive every day (this may require 2 overnight trips on average per month)** Previous lab, sales and industry experience is an asset Competent computer skills Strong interpersonal skills Must be motivated, able to multitask, and work effectively in a team environment Must be safety conscious and detail oriented Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts, overnight trips out of town Good driver abstract/CVOR abstract Knowledge of TDG, Reg. 347 and Ontario Health and Safety Act an asset #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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com 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.

What you’ll do

The technician is responsible for characterizing, packaging, and labeling chemical waste for transport from customer sites to GFL facilities. They also provide technical assistance to customers and ensure all operations comply with safety regulations and transportation standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college or university degree in a relevant field such as Chemistry, Environmental Affairs, or Biology. A valid G license is required, and applicants must be willing to travel, including occasional overnight trips.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Detail-oriented · Preferred
• Vehicle Inspection · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Chemical waste characterization
• Lab packing
• Transportation safety
• Waste classification
• Vehicle inspection
• Technical assistance
• Documentation
• Multitasking
• Safety conscious
• Detail oriented
• Organizational skills
• Communication skills
• Computer skills
• Interpersonal skills
• TDG knowledge
• Ontario Health and Safety Act
• Equipment Inspection
• Professionalism
• Information Gathering
• Research
• Chemistry
• Biology
• Communication
• Computer Literacy
• Sales
• Packaging And Labeling
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Interpersonal Communications
• Operations
• Chemical Waste
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Environmental & Sustainability
• Logistics
• Transportation
• Science & Research
• Trades
• Chemical Technician
• Chemical and Physical Science Technicians
• Chemical Technicians