Under general direction from the Operations Manager or their designate, the Technician is responsible for the laboratory aspects of the day-to-day operations with respect to waste receiving, handling, processing and disposal. Key Responsibilities: Prepare and clean glassware required for sample analysis Perform routine calibration, sample preparation and analyses employing ICP, GC, Oxygen Bomb Calorimeter and other instrumentation Report analytical results and coordinate with production personnel Maintain accurate analysis, maintenance, and production records Complete documentation associated with the applicable provincial and federal regulations and legislation governing the control of and declarations related to incoming and outgoing waste Trouble shoot issues with the laboratory instrumentation Assist other facility operators as needed Assist with the classification of waste materials Perform general laboratory and facility housekeeping duties Assist with discrepancies of incoming and outgoing materials Complete certificates of disposal and summaries of analyses as required Review analytical reports and ensure that outgoing materials meet disposal site parameters Prepare weekly reports summarizing laboratory work volumes and results Monitor laboratory supplies and direct re-supply requests through the assigned internal purchasing personnel Update status of job processes in the internal database Troubleshooting and resolving problems and helping with special projects Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisor Knowledge, Skills, and Key Competencies: Environmental or Chemical Engineering Technician or Technologist, Chemistry or related Diploma Previous laboratory experience is an asset Competent computer skills (MS Windows and Office) Strong interpersonal skills Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and work effectively in a team environment Must be safety conscious and detail oriented Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to follow procedures and work with minimal supervision Willing to work overtime, alternate shifts and weekends #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.
