Millwright

About This Role

Working as a Millwright Apprentice, you will be crucial to maintaining the efficiency of processing facilities by diagnosing and repairing industrial equipment such as conveyors, compactors, and balers. This role ensures that the infrastructure operates safely and reliably to support facility operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on bins, compaction systems, and baler equipment
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues related to truck bins and plant equipment
• Assist in maintaining operational readiness and uptime of recycling and waste handling machinery
• Maintain and update service records, inspection logs, and equipment history
• Complete daily reporting and tracking of all maintenance and repairs
• Work collaboratively with operations and fleet teams to coordinate downtime and maintenance schedules
• Identify parts and materials required for repairs and liaise with procurement for sourcing
• Ensure all work is completed in strict compliance with GFL
• Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership

Requirements

• Registered Millwright Apprentice (or working towards trade certification)
• 3+ years of experience in a maintenance or industrial setting (waste/recycling industry preferred)
• Understanding of hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• Experience working with waste bins, compactors, balers, or similar mechanical equipment is an asset
• Demonstrated experience completing minor welding repairs and fabrication
• Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures
• Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family
• Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future
• Work in a high-performance environment with well-maintained equipment and industry-leading diagnostic tools
• Clear pathways for advancement across GFL
• Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives

Application Process

• Only those selected for an interview will be contacted

About the Company

At GFL, our Millwright Apprentices are essential to keeping our processing facilities running at peak efficiency.