Industrial Field Labourer

Position Summary

Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking a Field Labourer in the Nanaimo or Port Alberni area. The successful candidate will join a team of highly trained individuals who provide supplemental support and expertise to various divisions. The Field Labourer will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. Additionally, the individual must be versatile, be open to challenges and always display a positive attitude. 

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.
• Install temporary equipment (including the installation of victaulic pipe, chemical house, mixing various chemicals).
• 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 are 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 assigned.

Requirements

• Own reliable transportation to get to and from site. 
• Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs.
• 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).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs. 
• Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work.
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers.
• Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment.
• Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations.
• Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.
• Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.

Pay Rate: $32.62 per hour 

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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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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.