Truck Mechanic

GFL Environmental Services is growing, and we are hiring a Mechanic to join our team in St. John’s, Newfoundland! Situated at our Logy Bay Road branch, this position reports to our shop foreman.

Why Join GFL?

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities, Green for Life!

What's in it for you:

• Sign On bonus

• Relocation Reimbursement Available

• Health, Vision, and Dental benefits

• Life Insurance

• Overtime eligible as per collective agreement

• Pension Plan

• Paid weekly on Fridays

• Boot Allowance

• Tool Allowance

Career Path Potential:

As a Mechanic, your career path could advance to roles such as Mechanic Lead Hand, Shop Supervisor, Shop Foreman, Fleet Manager and beyond!

A "Day in the Life" of a Mechanic at GFL Environmental:

• Safely operate, repair, and maintain our diverse fleet, including Hydro-vacs, dry vacs, tankers, vac trucks, roll-offs, box trucks, pickups, flat deck trailers, Jet Routers, and more! 

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, disassemble, inspect, and replace worn or broken parts

• Diagnose and repair engines, transmissions, clutches, electrical and pneumatic systems, gearboxes, hydraulics, cooling systems, exhaust, brakes, suspensions, lights, etc., on a variety of yard equipment, heavy-duty trucks, trailers, and other equipment

• Diagnose and repair engines and engine support systems, steering, suspension and brake systems, and hydraulic and pneumatic systems

• Local repair and road call (emergency response)

• Write service reports and record analysis

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must have Truck and Transport Red Seal certification, or be nearing completion of Red Seal requirements

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly

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.