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Shutdown Work Jobs in Newfoundland and Labrador (NOW HIRING)

Shutdown Laborer

Gander, NL · On-site

CA$24 - CA$25/hr

Clean Harbors Hiring: Shutdown Laborer Pay: $24.00-$25.00/hour (Weekly Pay) *Depending on ... Work in confined spaces under air as required Schedule & Travel Requirements * Rotations: 6/1, 12 ...

Shutdown Laborer

Grand Falls-windsor, NL · On-site

CA$24 - CA$25/hr

Clean Harbors Hiring: Shutdown Laborer Pay: $24.00-$25.00/hour (Weekly Pay) *Depending on ... Work in confined spaces under air as required Schedule & Travel Requirements * Rotations: 6/1, 12 ...

Shutdown Laborer

Saint John's, NL · On-site

CA$24 - CA$25/hr

Clean Harbors Hiring: Shutdown Laborer Pay: $24.00-$25.00/hour (Weekly Pay) *Depending on ... Work in confined spaces under air as required Schedule & Travel Requirements * Rotations: 6/1, 12 ...

Execute preventive maintenance and shutdown work in accordance with safety and quality standards * Troubleshoot mechanical issues and recommend corrective actions * Support equipment installations ...

This role will be located on the Terra Nova FPSO to monitor, start-up, shutdown, and prepare ... Champion and follow all Control of Work processes (permit to work, zero energy lockout) * Routine ...

Shutdown Work information

What is the difference between Shutdown Work vs Maintenance Technician?

AspectShutdown WorkMaintenance Technician
CertificationsOSHA safety training, OSHA 10/30, industry-specific certificationsOSHA safety training, industry certifications, technical diplomas
Work EnvironmentIndustrial sites, plants during outages, scheduled shutdownsFactories, plants, equipment repair, ongoing maintenance
Employer & Industry UsagePower plants, manufacturing facilities, oil & gasManufacturing, industrial, facilities management

Shutdown Work involves specialized tasks during plant outages, focusing on equipment disassembly, repair, and reassembly during scheduled shutdowns. Maintenance Technicians perform routine and preventive maintenance to ensure equipment reliability. While both roles require safety training and technical skills, Shutdown Work is more project-specific and time-sensitive, whereas Maintenance Technicians handle ongoing maintenance tasks.

How to get into working shutdown work?

To get into shutdown work, candidates typically need relevant experience in industrial maintenance, construction, or electrical work, along with safety certifications such as OSHA. Employers often require physical fitness, the ability to work in confined or hazardous environments, and willingness to work long shifts or on-call schedules. Gaining skills through apprenticeships or technical training can improve job prospects in this field.
Infographic showing various Shutdown Work job openings in Newfoundland and Labrador as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, 74% Full Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Shutdown Laborer

Clean Harbors

Gander, NL • On-site

CA$24 - CA$25/hr

Per diem

Posted 27 days ago


Clean Harbors rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 153 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

43rd of 91 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Clean Harbors
Hiring: Shutdown Laborer
Pay: $24.00–$25.00/hour (Weekly Pay)
*Depending on Experience.
*Overtime paid per applicable provincial labor standards.

Position Overview

We are seeking Turnaround Laborers to support industrial shutdown and turnaround projects across Canada. This role is physically demanding and requires extensive travel, long shifts, and strict adherence to safety protocols in industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and assist with high-pressure units
  • Support equipment operators with job setup and execution
  • Perform rig-in and rig-out, equipment setup, and post-job cleanup
  • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections
  • Use hand tools and assist with tank cleaning, water blasting, and industrial cleaning tasks
  • Work in confined spaces under air as required

Schedule & Travel Requirements

  • Rotations: 6/1, 12/2, 18/3, or 24/4 (assigned; no choice)
  • 8–14-hour shifts (hours not guaranteed)
  • Day and night shifts required
  • 100% overnight travel across Canada
  • Camp accommodations with meals or hotel with per diem
  • Flights provided
  • Candidates traveling from outside Edmonton must remain onsite for the full turnaround

Required Qualifications

  • Valid Class 5 or G driver’s license
  • Clean driver’s abstract required
  • GDL, Class 7, or G2 licenses not accepted
  • Minimum 1 year of industrial labor or shutdown/turnaround experience
  • Relevant experience may include oil & gas labor, tank cleaning, high-pressure washing/water blasting, pipeline construction, or similar heavy manual labor
  • Must be clean shaven and able to wear a full-face respirator (non-negotiable)

Safety Certifications

  • CSO and CSTS 2020 – required
  • Preferred: H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Confined Space Entry, First Aid

Physical & Work Environment

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Frequent standing, bending, kneeling, walking, lifting, and pushing/pulling
  • Exposure to loud noise, confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and industrial equipment

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.


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About Clean Harbors

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Clean Harbors is North America’s leading provider of environmental and industrial services. The Company serves a diverse customer base, including a majority of Fortune 500 companies. Its customer base spans a number of industries, including chemical, and manufacturing, as well as numerous government agencies. These customers rely on Clean Harbors to deliver a broad range of services such as end-to-end hazardous waste management, emergency spill response, industrial cleaning and maintenance, and recycling services. Through its Safety-Kleen subsidiary, Clean Harbors also is North America’s largest re-refiner and recycler of used oil and a leading provider of parts washers and environmental services to commercial, industrial and automotive customers. Founded in 1980 and based in Massachusetts, Clean Harbors operates throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Industry

Environmental consulting services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Norwell, MA, US