Summary: GFL Environmental is focused on reducing, reusing, recycling, recovering, and maximizing value from industrial waste with customers in a broad range of industry sectors. At the North Vancouver Refinery, we specialize specifically in oil recycling. Yard Operators are leaders in safety and efficient operating practices. You will be accountable for providing safe, efficient, effective, and cost-effective Bulk Material Handling operations in support of the facility re-refining activity. This position is full-time permanent and based out of our North Vancouver Oil Refinery. The regular work schedule will be 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday and may transition to 9:00am to 5:00pm after 6 months. Job Duties: Ensure that all units are operated to GFL standards and in accordance with all government regulations. Follow Environment, Health and Safety policies, procedures, and all environmental protocols and requirements. Work within the guidelines of Transport Canada Regulations. Work safely and effectively in a team environment. Operate Bulk Material Handling tank and pumping systems. Load and offload tanker trucks and rail tank cars with various products including fuels, oils, hot asphalt, process water, and chemicals. Transfer products between tanks. Conduct proper segregation of materials and products to ensure quality of commodity and to minimize processing costs. Accurate, legible, and timely completion of shipping and receiving documentation including scale tickets, manifests, and bills of ladings. Document dangerous goods in compliance with TDG regulations. Conduct sampling and testing as required. Train in unfamiliar processes and equipment, within established guidelines. Acquire and maintain adequate certifications as required. Actively participate in safety meetings, identify and report all incidents, and participate in investigations, as necessary. Demonstrate an understanding of internal and external customer requirements and provide quality service. Ensure quality control of finished products as required. Maintain safe and clean equipment and work area. Effectively participate as a team member in the operation of the facility. Perform other operational duties as assigned including manual labor example (shoveling, cleaning sites, site layouts, pressure washing, etc.). Work in an outdoor setting in various weather conditions. Performs housekeeping duties as required to maintain a clean and organized work environment. Perform duties in a high energy work environment. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications and Education: High School diploma or equivalent. Refinery tank farm or loading / offloading operating experience would be an asset. Forklift experience would be an asset. Holder of BC or Inter-provincial minimum 4th Class Power Engineering certificate would be an asset. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Solid written communication skills to complete the required paperwork. Possess effective verbal communication skills to interact with Company staff, contractors, and customers. Ability to multi-task, exercise good judgment and think proactively. Work without direct supervision with only assistance from fellow team members and general operating and goal guidelines. Excellent customer service skills, with strong work ethic and positive attitude to represent the GFL brand effectively and favorably. This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment drug and alcohol testing. 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 Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.
