GFL Environmental is looking for Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentices- 3rd year or above to join our team in Coquitlam, BC!

We are currently seeking a motivated and experienced Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice to join our team and further develop their skills in a dynamic work environment.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Together, our employees are known as "Team Green"—a name that unites us all under our shared purpose: making our customers and communities Green for Life!

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.

The job:

As a 3rd year or above Heavy Duty Mechanic Apprentice you will have the opportunity to work alongside seasoned professionals in the field of heavy equipment maintenance and repair. This individual will learn how to properly maintain commercial motor vehicles according to DOT regulations and Company standards. Under the guidance of experienced mechanics, you will gain hands-on experience and technical knowledge necessary to become a proficient Heavy Duty Mechanic.

What's in it for you:

• Retirement Saving Options, for future financial security
• Prioritized orthodontic and vision coverage
• Life Insurance
• Shift Premiums for afternoon and weekend shifts
• Annual Tool and Boot allowance

A day in the life* of an Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanic:

• Executing preventative Maintenance, including basic vehicle servicing to engine or transmission overhaul.
• Diagnosing and repairing operational difficulties with heavy duty trucks and equipment.
• Completing reports, work orders, order parts and perform other administrative duties.
• Planning and scheduling repairs in M5 planner and procure all parts for successful plan.
• Assisting in the review of mechanical write-ups on equipment and coordinate repair schedule.
• Completing other responsibilities, as requested by management.
• Attending to service calls as needed, or emergent situations in the field.
• Performing afternoon assigned tasks, either continuing tasks from the morning or starting new ones
• Cleaning up work areas

What's required:

Apprentice Heavy Duty Mechanics must be able to:

• Completion of 1st and 2nd year of certification.
• Previous work in the waste industry is an asset.
• Computer literate, have the ability to be trained on software systems and the willingness to learn.
• Meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Use diagnostic software a plus
• Follow detailed instructions and maintain accurate records
• Operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job
• Possess physical ability to perform all aspects of job

Advantages to working at GFL:

• Unique access to diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
• Benefit from a network of 20,000+ employees across North America
• Be part of a publicly traded company (on NYSE & TSX), benefitting from our growth trajectory

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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 [email protected]

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Welcome!

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.

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