Residential Driver

Overview

Operate collection trucks, inspect vehicles, handle waste, ensure safety.

Key Responsibilities

• route optimization
• hazardous waste
• truck operation
• service records
• trip inspections
• safety compliance

Tasks

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

Requirements

• class 3
• commercial driving
• high school
• vehicle safety
• manual labor
• teamwork

What You Bring

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

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Benefits

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

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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