DZ Commercial Rear Manual Load Driver Toronto

Waste Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading waste management company located in Toronto is seeking a heavy-duty truck operator. The position requires a valid DZ license and experience in operating garbage trucks. Responsibilities include safe operation, inspections, and communication with management. The role offers competitive hourly pay and benefits including medical and vacation days.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Personal Days

Qualifications

• DZ or Class 3 license or higher is required.
• 1 year of garbage truck experience or 2 years of other DZ truck experience.
• Legally eligible to work in Canada with valid SIN.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a heavy-duty truck on transfer routes.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with Route Managers regarding issues and efficiency.

Skills

DZ truck experience

Ability to operate heavy-duty trucks

Communication skills

Education

None required

Job description

Overview

This is a union position located at our Esandar hauling site.

Address: 20 Esandar Drive; please be sure you can make this commute every day

Some “Manual Loading” may be required – rolling out and lining up Totes prior to setting on lift. Some overflow bags/larger items will need to be manually loaded.

Start time: 3 a.m.

Starting Pay: $30.46 / hour.

Start time: 3 a.m. (Early AMs may be a challenge if unaccustomed to them)

Shift: There is an expectation of daily overtime of 11-12 hours worked per day, as well as Saturdays.

OT is paid daily after 10 hours (which includes lunch and breaks); Saturdays are paid at time-and-a-half for hours worked.

As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Summary

Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

• Operates vehicle in accordance with all local, state, and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to the Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by the Route Manager.
• Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick-ups, or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking in at the end of the route.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory duties.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualifications necessary to perform the job.

A. Education and Experience

• Education: None required.
• Experience: DZ 1-year garbage truck experience OR DZ truck experience (not delivery nor bus) of at least 2 years

B. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, or Other Requirements

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with a valid social insurance number (SIN).
• Hold a current DZ or Class 3 license or higher.
• The CDL is a requirement; therefore, an applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successfully complete pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review.
• Acceptable driving record required.

The expected base pay range for this position across Canada is $30.46 hourly. This range represents a good-faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability. Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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