Job Description Summary GFL Environmental is looking for a Welder to be based out of our Ayr, ON facility to safely perform metal working activities including but not limited to job lay out, welding, cutting, fabricating, grinding and painting in structural and nonstructural applications. Job Description Why People Choose GFL Environmental Inc. and Stay: Culture that values learning opportunities Promotes from within, advancement opportunities Constant support and learning opportunities Ongoing growth of our business Support community involvement and volunteering We don’t just offer you a job, we offer you a career! Key Responsibilities: Operate specified welding equipment to fabricate and perform repairs on new and used solid waste handling equipment. Maintain accurate records of services performed. Maintain inventory of supplies. Maintain a clean work area in the shop or on job site and any assigned vehicles. Assist other shop employees with repairs and duties. Inspect and maintain assigned hand tools and equipment to ensure they are in working order, notifying the Shop Manager of needed repairs. Ensure quality, efficient and safe completion of all repairs. Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all Company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors. Attend safety and branch meetings. Provide basic personal tools such as welding shield, basic hand wrenches, etc. Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management. Requirements: High School Diploma or GED desired. Certification of basic welding skills and/or two years experience in welding/fabricating. Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Possess ability to maintain continuous mental and visual attention. Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision. Physical/Mental Demands: Ability to stand, sit, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell. Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds. Ability to work in usually loud conditions Working Conditions: Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles Occasionally work in high precarious places. Work environment is usually loud. Work in close, tight spaces to include confined spaces. #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.
