Residential Driver

Overview

Drive residential waste/recycle trucks, collect and manage solid waste.

Key Responsibilities

• truck operation
• equipment handling
• safety compliance
• route management
• record keeping
• inventory control

Tasks

-Attend safety and branch meetings. -Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily. -Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately -Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly. -Identify, and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can. -Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.) -Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle. -Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day. -Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle. -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. -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. -Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately. -Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable. -Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures. -Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management. -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. -Occasionally work in high precarious places. -Maintain accurate records of services performed.

Requirements

• commercial license
• driving experience
• high school
• safety compliance
• truck knowledge
• physical ability

What You Bring

-Must possess a Commerical Driver's License -Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials) -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. -Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions -Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards -Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more -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.) -Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time. -High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired. -Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures -Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques -Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation -Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps -Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing -Ability to work in usually loud conditions. -Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell. -Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers -Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas. -Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving. -Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment -Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate -Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.

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Benefits

-Paid holidays -15 days of paid time off -Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services. -Medical, dental, and vision coverage. -401(k) with an employer match -4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program

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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