CDL - Residential Driver

Job Description

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

Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

15 days of paid time off

4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

401(k) with an employer match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Overview :

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. 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

Key Responsibilities :

• Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and / or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and / or recyclables on specified collection route.
• Load solid waste, yard waste and / or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state / provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
• Identify, and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state / provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and / or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Maintain inventory of all container and residential carts and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional containers, carts and spare parts to supervisor.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• May be required to work overtime
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

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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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com