At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
15 days of paid time off
4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with an employer match
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
Overview:
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Join our team as a Forklift Operator! We are looking for dependable, safety-minded individuals to operate facility forklifts and loaders, keeping our recycling operations moving smoothly and efficiently.
Competitive Pay: Starting at $17.00/hour
OT Available weekly with year-round work
Great Work-Life Balance: Monday through Friday schedule—enjoy your weekends off!
Shift Flexibility: Choose the schedule that fits your life best:
As a core member of our floor team, you will keep our facility running efficiently by:
Moving Material: Safely operating forklifts and loaders to transport materials, dump cages, move containers, and minimize belt downtime.
Prioritizing Safety: Maintaining a secure tipping floor area by staying alert to traffic conditions and equipment movement in accordance with company and OSHA standards.
Equipment Care: Performing quick daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections (fluid levels, oil, coolants) to ensure your machine is always running at its best.
Team Collaboration: Communicating effectively with facility personnel regarding material conditions and reporting daily shift data to the supervisor.
Experience: 1 to 3 months of related forklift/loader experience or training (or equivalent combination of education and experience). High School Diploma or GED preferred.
Communication: Ability to read, comprehend, and write simple instructions, memos, and correspondence.
Physical Demands: Comfortably lifting/moving up to 10 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds frequently.
Safety Mindset: A proactive attitude toward maintaining an accident-free work environment
