Waste Collection Driver

Overview

Operate waste collection trucks, inspect, handle hazardous waste, and maintain records.

Key Responsibilities

• truck operation
• route optimization
• record keeping
• safety compliance
• hazardous waste
• trip inspections

Tasks

-Safely operate collection trucks and related equipment. -Maintain accurate service records and communicate effectively with supervisors. -Maintain vehicle cleanliness and report mechanical issues promptly. -Support route optimization and assist with overtime as needed. -Follow all safety, environmental, and company policies. -Identify and handle prohibited or hazardous waste in accordance with company procedures. -Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required reports.

Requirements

• class 3
• commercial driving
• cdl training
• physical labor
• communication
• vehicle safety

What You Bring

-Ability to maintain focus and awareness while driving in high-traffic areas -Regular walking, climbing, kneeling, and lifting -Strong communication and teamwork skills -Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions with proper protective equipment provided -Experience: Minimum one year of commercial driving experience or completion of a recognized CDL training program -Frequent exposure to noise, odors, and moving vehicles -Work effectively in a noisy, fast-paced setting -Ability to safely operate collection equipment and recognize disposal issues -Working knowledge of vehicle safety and maintenance procedures -Ability to perform manual labor and operate in varying environments -Education: High school diploma or GED (preferred) -License: Valid Class 3 driver’s license -Physical Ability: Must meet physical demands of the position, including lifting up to 50 lbs and maneuvering in tight spaces -Outdoor work in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow)

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Benefits

-Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) -Career development opportunities -Competitive hourly wage -Fair vacation practices -Supportive and inclusive work environment -100% company-paid benefits (no out-of-pocket premiums) -Uniforms provided -RRSP matching program -Boot and prescription safety glasses allowance

About Gfl Environmental Inc.

-Quickly transformed into a North American environmental powerhouse. -Headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario. -Manages solid waste hauling, landfills, transfer stations, material recovery, liquid waste collection, vacuum truck service, soil remediation, and bulky-item pickups. -Crafts integrated solutions, often replacing multiple vendors, with a signature bright green fleet. -Notable projects include large municipal waste-collection contracts in Toronto, Halifax, and Windsor, plus excavation work at Toronto’s Pan Am Aquatics Centre. -Expanded via strategic US acquisitions, such as Rizzo Environmental and Waste Industries, boosting its footprint and service scope. -Operates material-recovery facilities and regularly files SEC and TSX reports. -The Full Circle Project allows communities to vote on local charitable giving, blending service delivery with civic engagement.

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