Environmental Class 3Q Driver

Environmental Class 3Q Driver; Calgary; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

RRSP matching

Benefits package

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking an Environmental Class 3 Driver to visit client sites, collect and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. You will label containers, prepare transport documentation and apply TDG knowledge on a regular Monday–Friday schedule.

This role requires a valid Class 3Q Driver’s License with Air Brakes, the ability to lift up to 75+ lbs, and a strong commitment to safety and accuracy in logs and documentation.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, timelines and time management.
• Ability to work safely and independently.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate all required transport equipment.
• Represent GFL on client sites and look for ways to expand services.
• Ensure all assigned equipment is properly loaded and maintained.
• Keep accurate drivers’ logs documenting mileage, hours and material hauled.
• Communicate effectively with a team of qualified professionals.
• Participate in safety meetings and job hazard assessments.
• Identify and classify all types of hazardous waste.
• Handle drum dollies and pallet jacks for transportation and loading of materials.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Customer service

Time management

Safety conscious

Independent work

Integrity

Professional demeanor

Multi-tasking

Manual dexterity

Job description

Position Summary

The Environmental Class 3 Driver will be relied upon to visit various client sites to collect and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. As a professional driver with a safe driving record, you will utilize TDG knowledge and experience to label containers and prepare transport documentation.

The regular work schedule is Monday through Friday.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Safely operate all required transport equipment.
• Professionally represent GFL on all client sites and look for ways to expand services.
• Ensure all assigned equipment is properly loaded and maintained.
• Keep accurate drivers’ logs as required to document mileage, hours and material hauled.
• Communicate effectively with a team of qualified professionals.
• Participate in safety meetings, last minute risk assessments and job hazard assessments.
• Identify and classify all types of hazardous waste.
• Handle drum dollies and pallet jacks for the transportation and loading of materials.
• Other duties as required.

Requirements

• Valid Class 3Q Driver’s License with Air Brakes and a fairly clean Commercial Driving Abstract; Valid Class 1 Driver’s License with Air Brakes is an asset.
• Ability to perform consistent manual labor, including the repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling of heavy drums, pallets, and containers weighing up to 75+ lbs.
• Manual driving experience is an asset.
• TDG knowledge and experience is an asset.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• Ability to work safely and independently.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift, push and pull up to 75+ lbs. is required.

GFL Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• RRSP company matching program
• Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Employee assistance programs
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• A supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.