Front End/Roll Off Driver (waste industry)

Emterra Group; Burlington; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Emterra Group, one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, as a Waste Collection Driver. You’ll operate collection vehicles, ensuring efficient removal of waste materials while providing excellent customer service. Enjoy competitive wages, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to sustainability in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

Local runs, home every night

Nights and weekends off

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience operating roll off or front end vehicles.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs regularly.
• Background check and medical/drug test required.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste collection vehicles to collect garbage and recycling.
• Clean up around the truck and containers during and after the collection process.
• Communicate with supervisors regarding any concerns or suggestions.

Skills

Customer Service

Physical Fitness

Dependability

Education

Valid Ontario DZ Driver’s Licence

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is adynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. Our organization have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Job Duties:

• Operate waste collection vehicles (front-end or roll-off) to collect garbage and recycling materials from commercial buildings;
• Ability to work independently and without assistance while maneuvering the truck in and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors and truck cameras to back distances up to 120 feet;
• Clean loose trash off the truck and/or ground around the truck and containers that spill during the dumping process;
• Communicate with supervisors regarding concerns or suggestions; and
• Observe safe work practices.

Requirements:

• Valid Ontario DZ driver’s licence with a clean drivers abstract and CVOR
• Minimum one year working roll off and/or front end driving;
• Prepared to work minimum 9.5 hours per day (Must be available for overtime work as required);
• Experience in the waste and recycling industry and asset;
• Strong customer service orientation;
• Physically fit, must be able to lift up to 50lbs on a regular basis, dependable, able to work with minimal supervisor;
• Able to successfully pass a background check consisting on a MTO medical/drug test, criminal history search, license verification and employment confirmation; and
• Punctual, reliable, team player.

Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits (drug, dental, vision, LTD, life insurance)
• Local runs, home every night
• Nights and weekends off
• Tuition reimbursement program and professional development support

Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.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.