DZ Driver & Loader — Safe, Efficient Waste Route Pro

GFL Environmental Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits including medical, 
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RRSP/DPSP company matching

Modern fleet & equipment

Career growth across North America

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is hiring Residential Drivers in Ontario, Canada. You will operate heavy collection equipment, conduct safety inspections, and ensure efficient curbside collection services for our communities.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service, with opportunities to advance within GFL’s national network. A strong attendance record and flexibility for early shifts are expected.

Qualifications

• DZ or AZ license with a clean Driver’s Abstract and CVOR.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience or completion of an accredited truck driving school.
• Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy commercial collection vehicles and hydraulic packer systems.
• Ability to meet safety-sensitive operational standards.
• Strong attendance and flexibility for early morning start times and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a Rear Pack or Box truck on residential or commercial routes.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and complete logs.
• Collect residential waste and recycling per route schedules and safety protocols.
• Operate hydraulic and compaction systems safely to prevent equipment damage.
• Report mechanical issues, hazards, or incidents to management.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and high service standards.
• Comply with traffic laws, bylaws, and PPE requirements.
• Collaborate with Helpers and Terminal Supervisors to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

CDL license

Heavy vehicle operation

Safety inspections

Customer service

Team collaboration

Tools

Rear Pack/Box truck

Hydraulic packer systems

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. is hiring Residential Drivers in Ontario, Canada. You will operate heavy collection equipment, conduct safety inspections, and ensure efficient curbside collection services for our communities.

The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and customer service, with opportunities to advance within GFL’s national network. A strong attendance record and flexibility for early shifts are expected.