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. Reporting to the Operation Supervisor, the Operator is accountable for day-to-day operations of process units and its ancillaries at North Vancouver Oil Refinery. The work schedule for the first six months will be 7:00am to 3:00pm, Monday through Friday. The schedule will then transition to a rotating schedule, 2 days than 2 nights, then 5 days off. Hours of work will be 7:00am to 7:00pm (days) and 7:00pm to 7:00am (nights). Key Accountabilities Ensure that all units are operated to GFL standards and in accordance with all government regulations. Operate, monitor and control process levels, temperatures, pressures and flows for applicable utilities, processes and systems in a safe and efficient manner. Ensure that the required documentation is legible, accurate and completed on a timely basis. Use technical expertise to assist process operations in the optimization of all units and equipment. Identify and recommend improvements to processes and systems. Perform emergency operation activities as needed. Regularly attend safety meetings, identifies any safety concerns to the supervisor, report all incidents and assist in investigations. Perform mechanical and or equipment maintenance as required and/or assigned. Maintain safe and clean equipment and general work area. Train on unfamiliar processes and equipment, within established guidelines and procedures, as required. Acquire and maintain adequate certification as required. Provide guidance, direction and technical expertise to less experienced operators. Experience, Qualifications & Education A minimum of 5 years petroleum refinery related experience A strong understanding of oil distillation and / or hydrotreating Must be a current holder of BC or Inter-provincial minimum 4th Class Power Engineering certificate. Able to work various shifts as shifts can rotate, have extended and overtime hours. Plant operates 24/7. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively both written and verbally. Strong problem-solving skills. Strong team player with the ability to work under minimal supervision. Ability to perform physical and labour-intensive tasks. Must be legally entitled to work in Canada. Must be able to work effectively in a team environment. This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a required drug and alcohol testing. We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 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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.
