The Waste Water Technician will be responsible for the reliable, safe and efficient treatment of incoming industrial waters for discharge and disposal. We are looking for ambitious and "hands-on" individuals who can adapt easily, take initiative and are looking to build their career. This individual will utilize previous experience with water treatment, water chemistry and environmental studies to complete water treatment utilizing water treatment system. The candidate will have strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and work effectively within a team environment. Job Duties Collect incoming water samples, record volumes and receiver information. Perform bench testing of incoming water to determine appropriate water treatment process. Operate, monitor, maintain and trouble shoot the water treatment plant and its processes. Collect water samples from effluent and submit samples for laboratory analysis to ensure the system operates within compliance of local and provincial regulations. Communicate effectively with all members of the GFL team. Ensure all equipment is properly maintained and sufficient supplies are retained on hand for treatment. Participate in GFL’s safety program including safety meetings, last minute risk assessments and job hazard assessments. Professionally represent GFL on all client sites and look for ways to expand services and increase efficiencies. Requirements Previous experience with water or waste water treatment processes, pumps, valves and chemical treatment systems. Educational background is an asset. Previous experience with collection, submission and evaluation of water samples for laboratory analysis. Bachelor degree or technician’s diploma in Chemistry, Environmental Studies or Civil Engineering. Valid Class G or G2 Driver’s License with clean driving record. Valid Fork Lift Operator’s License is a benefit. TDG knowledge and experience. Excellent communication skills and record keeping skills. Ability to perform physical labour intensive tasks throughout the course of the day. Ability to work independently and organize tasks to completion. Grade 12's welcome to apply (must meet requirements). GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. #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 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.
