CDL Commercial Driver

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station landfill or drop-off location.

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 Americas leading waste management companies proudly making communities cleaner safer and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job its an opportunity to grow in your career make new friends and make a difference each day.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities :

Drive commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to mechanically collect solid waste and take to post-collection facilities

Open container enclosures or gates to access cans. As needed roll 3-4-yard cans on castors into position for dumping

Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections; complete and submit a vehicle condition report at the end of the shift

Courteously interacts with customers and / or the general public along the route to answer questions or respond to requests; Notify supervisor of issues requiring management action

Clean loose trash off of truck and / or ground around truck and container that spills during dumping process to maintain clean customer site and safety along roads and highways

Maintains and submits a DOT logbook daily route / productivity sheet and vehicle condition report (post-trip inspection sheet) as required by law or company policy

Maneuver truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces using mirrors to back up

Uses a key map and GPS to locate service addresses

Follows safe operating practices including lock out / tag out procedures to ensure proper operation of the truck

Monitors operations to detect loose debris using mirrors or direct sight and / or listening for debris falling onto truck during dumping operation; visually scans customer site before and after dumping

Adherence to all DOT OSHA FMCSA and EPA regulations and standards

Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements :

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

Possess valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or B

Must be at least 21 years of age

Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate

Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements : for safe operation

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 recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials)

Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers

Ability to read write and comprehend associated documents and maps

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

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

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

Physical / Mental Demands :

Ability to stand walk use hands and fingers reach stoop kneel crouch crawl talk hear climb balance and smell.

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.

Ability to regularly lift / move up to 10 pounds frequently lift / move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift / move up to 100 pounds.

Sitting may be required up to 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.

Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

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

Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.

Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.

Occasionally work in high precarious places.

Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.

Work environment is usually loud.

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Key Skills

Inventory Control,Basic Math,Paratransit,Tanker Experience,Van Driver,Box Truck Experience,Commercial Driving,Commercial Vehicle Experience,Delivery Driver Experience,Manual Transmission Experience,Driving,Heavy Lifting

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1