Driver - Residential - Class B- $2000 Sign On Bonus

GFL Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off upon hire
• $2,000 through Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 7 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
• Be home every night

Who we are

• Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers' needs.
• GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities.
Compensation-$24.00/hour
Key Responsibilities

• Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
• 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.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• 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.)
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
• Maintain inventory of all container and residential carts and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional containers, carts and spare parts to supervisor.
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
• 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.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Identify, and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
• May be required to work overtime
• 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.

Requirements

• 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
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Must possess a Commerical Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
• 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
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)
• 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 follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: for safe operation
• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques

Physical/Mental Demands

• Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in usually loud conditions.
• 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.

Working Conditions

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles
• Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.
• Work environment is usually loud.
• Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.
• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.
• Occasionally work in high precarious places.

GFLTalent
We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
GFL Environmental is an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.