Field Technician/Chemist

2 weeks ago

Surrey BC BR, Halifax region, Canada GFL Environmental Full time



Summary

The Field Technician/Chemist (FT) position with GFL Liquid West is responsible for providing on-site services and technical assistance for all aspects of hazardous waste management. The role is to respond to customer enquiries, assist sales with inventory and on site classification of hazardous waste, record and schedule waste projects and subsequent shipments into various disposal facilities, provide support in relation to invoicing questions SDS acquisition/review, completion of safety paperwork & TDG documentation and waste classification & labelling. This position provides a critical role in achieving our customer satisfaction targets (both internal and external), as well as maintaining a high level of technical and field service to our customers.

This is a regular full-time position based in Surrey. The regular working hours are 7:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. However, hours of work can change based on the operational needs of the business.

Job Duties

  • Evaluate customer needs and communicate back to the Sales or Technical team.

  • Conduct field level assessment in respond to customer or sales enquires.

  • Select and Utilize appropriate PPE for the task at hand.

  • Perform field sample / identification on waste to determine transport, packaging, and disposal requirements.

  • Ensure waste is classified and disposed of in accordance with regulatory requirements.

  • Perform lab packing on small containers according to proper waste packaging protocols.

  • Complete all manifest / TDG paperwork to accompany the waste pick up.

  • Complete and submit Daily Toolboxes, FLHA’s and Near Misses/Haz ID’s.

  • Participate and contribute to GFL’s Safety Program.

  • Supervision of project work and ensure all activities adhere to GFL’s safety program.

  • Provide field collection and support when required.

  • Involved with execution of chemical and petroleum transfers.

  • Participation in projects that are deemed out of scope or require more planning and preparation.

  • Active participant in all Incident and Emergency Response work as required.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Post-secondary education in environmental sciences, chemistry, biology, or equivalent is required.

  • Prior experience in hazardous waste industry or related field would be a definite asset.

  • Technical knowledge in lab packing, unknown identification and hazard assessments are highly desirable.

  • Working knowledge in BC Hazardous Waste Regulation, Transportation of Dangerous Goods and WHMIS

  • Use of Air Purifying respirator (APR) requires individual to be clean shaven.

  • Strong proficiency in computer and mobile device operation, including effective utilization of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Windows, and other software applications.

  • Valid Class 5 driver license; previous commercial driving experience would be an asset.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to perform physical tasks including shoveling, lifting, moving containers and other heavy materials.

  • Energetic, detail oriented with excellent organizational, problem solving, time management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

  • Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.

  • Adaptive to constant changes in business environment and demands.

  • Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.

  • Prior knowledge in First Aid / CPR, H2S Alive, Fall Protection awareness, NORM Awareness would be an asset.

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We 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.

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