Labourer - Jobs in Antigonish, NS

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A General Laborer is responsible for safely and efficiently performing general labor duties at a hauling company, transfer station, materials recycling facility (MRF) or landfill. Responsibilities may include such things as yard clean-up, fueling vehicles and equipment, general vehicle operation, general office maintenance and other related duties.Key Responsibilities:Clean up work areasFuel vehicles and equipmentClean tracks on track type and related equipmentPerform yard work, including mowing and paper pick upOperate general site vehicles and equipment, such as water trucks, pickup trucks, sweepers, mowers, trimming equipment, etc.Work in accordance with Company and federal, state/provincial and local safety policies & proceduresPerform general office maintenance and repairs, including painting and janitorial workDirect traffic at the site as necessaryPerform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.Requirements:High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standardsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:Ability to read, write, perform basic mathematical calculations and communicate with others.Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervisionAbility to operate any equipment necessary to perform jobAbility to apply common sense reasoning to solve general problemsPhysical/Mental Demands:Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift in an outdoor environment 90% of the time.Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, climb and balance.Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depthperception, and ability to adjust focus.Ability to manually lift/move up to 65 pounds regularlyAbility to manually push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another employeeWorking Conditions:Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weatherconditions (depending upon season), moving mechanical parts, vibrations, toxic and causticchemicals, fumes and airborne particlesWork in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.Occasionally work in high precarious placesWork in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.Work environment is normally loudWe thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.Quick Apply

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