Class 1 Hwy Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Prince George; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Class 1 Driver in Prince George, where you'll play a vital role in transporting waste across beautiful British Columbia. This position offers the opportunity to work Monday through Friday, ensuring safety and compliance while handling various materials. You'll be responsible for maintaining logs, performing inspections, and delivering exceptional service to customers. If you have a strong work ethic and a passion for driving, this is the perfect opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 Commercial Driving License is mandatory.
• Experience in a safety-sensitive environment is required.

Responsibilities

• Transport wastes from various customer sites throughout BC using Van trailers.
• Perform trip inspections and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

Skills

Class 1 Commercial Driving License

Cargo Handling

Safety Compliance

Basic Computer Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Communication Skills

Time Management

Job description

Summary

Our GFL Prince George Team is looking for a Class 1 Van Trailer/Step deck and End dump Driver. The driver will transport wastes from various customer sites throughout BC using predominantly Van trailers/Step deck and some End Dump hauling.

This position is Monday through Friday and will be based out of the Prince George, BC location.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

1. Oversee cargo handling, loading bulk liquids and securing loads of bins and drums, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, and compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.
2. Familiarity and experience working with government documents such as manifests.
3. Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness.
4. Comply with applicable legislation including safe operation, carriage of goods, driver's hours of service, occupational health and safety, transportation of dangerous goods, and weights and dimensions.
5. Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle and any special loading equipment are properly positioned.
6. Check vehicles before driving them to ensure that mechanical, safety, and emergency equipment is in good working order.
7. Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
8. Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
9. Maintain logs of working hours and of vehicle service and repair status, following applicable provincial and federal regulations.
10. Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, manifests, etc., by manual or electronic means.
11. Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form.
12. Loading and unloading of trucks.
13. Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is secure.
14. Deliver product and proper paperwork to our customers in a courteous and timely manner.
15. Ensure that any debris caused by loading/unloading of trucks is cleaned up.
16. Provide feedback to supervision regarding customer problems, mechanical issues, or delivery concerns.
17. Train others when required.
18. Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Out-of-town work is required. LOA/travel is included.
• Valid Class 1 Commercial Driving License.
• Experience hauling a variety of materials and securing containers.
• Ability to operate a manual transmission truck.
• Must successfully pass pre-hire and site-specific drug and alcohol screenings as required.
• Experience working in a safety-sensitive environment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Basic computer skills are an asset.
• Self-motivated attitude.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Exceptional task prioritization, multi-tasking, and time management skills.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional and mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, consistent, and decisive personality.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity and ability to lift 50+ lbs.
• Ability to work overtime as required.
• Weekend work may be required.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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