Industrial Cleaning Field Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.

. Operate vacuum trucks, hydro-vacs, combo units, steamers, chemical cleaning trucks, and high-pressure water blasting pumps and tooling .

Posted 9/17/2026full-timeCanadaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in operating various cleaning and maintenance equipment, including vacuum trucks and hydro-vacs, while adhering to safety regulations and compliance standards. Capable of working effectively in a team environment and adapting to diverse job site conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Class 1 Or 3 Drivers’ LicenseProficient Driving Manual TransmissionOperating Vacuum TrucksHydro-Vac OperationMechanical Aptitude

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Hard Skills

Operating Vacuum TrucksHydro-Vac OperationCombo Units OperationChemical Cleaning Trucks OperationHigh-Pressure Water BlastingRigging EquipmentDriving Manual TransmissionWorking At HeightsEntering Confined SpacesLifting Up To 50 Lbs

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationAdaptabilityEagerness To LearnTaking Direction

Tools & Technologies

ELD System (Geotab)

Industry Keywords

HOS RegulationsJob Site PreparationSafety ComplianceSeasonal Workforce

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate vacuum trucks, hydro-vacs, combo units, steamers, chemical cleaning trucks, and high-pressure water blasting pumps and tooling
Use the ELD system (Geotab) and comply with HOS regulations
Maintain and clean all equipment and tooling
Participate in job site preparation, including rigging equipment in and out
Report to the Seasonal Workforce Group
Complete short- and long-term shutdown projects safely and on schedule

Requirements

What you’ll need

Class 1 or 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial 5 year drivers abstract
Proficient driving manual transmission
Willing and able to travel
Eager to learn new skills
Able to take direction and work effectively as part of a team
Capable to work in a team and adapt to new working environments
Mechanical aptitude is an asset
Able to work nightshifts and up to 12 hour shifts, including in inclement weather
Able to work at heights and enter confined spaces
Capable of standing for long durations, climbing stairs and ladders, and lifting up to 50 lbs
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located
No visa sponsorship provided

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Travel, lodging and meal allowances
Boot allowance
Required training
Personal Protective Equipment
Seasonal employment with potential for extensions