Millwright

Job Summary At GFL, our Millwright Apprentices do more than repair equipment—they are essential to keeping our processing facilities running at peak efficiency. In this role, you will perform a variety of diagnostics and repairs on industrial equipment, including conveyors, compactors, and balers, ensuring that our infrastructure operates safely and reliably to support our facility operations.

Why GFL

• Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.
• Modern Facility & Gear: Work in a high-performance environment with well-maintained equipment and industry-leading diagnostic tools.
• Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.
• Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

• Preventive Maintenance: Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on bins, compaction systems, and baler equipment.
• Repair & Diagnostics: Diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues related to truck bins and plant equipment.
• Operational Readiness: Assist in maintaining operational readiness and uptime of recycling and waste handling machinery.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain and update service records, inspection logs, and equipment history; complete daily reporting and tracking of all maintenance and repairs.
• Planning & Coordination: Work collaboratively with operations and fleet teams to coordinate downtime and maintenance schedules.
• Parts Procurement: Identify parts and materials required for repairs and liaise with procurement for sourcing.