Front End/Roll Off Driver (Waste Industry)

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Burlington; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health benefits

Local runs—home every night

Nights and weekends off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Emterra Group is hiring an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company in waste diversion and the circular economy. The role involves operating waste collection vehicles, ensuring safety, and delivering high-quality service to commercial customers in Ontario.

The ideal candidate has a valid Ontario AZ/DZ license, at least 1 year of roll-off/front-end driving experience, and is physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario AZ/DZ driver’s licence with a clean driver’s abstract and CVOR.
• Minimum one year working roll off and/or front end driving.
• Prepared to work minimum 9.5 hours per day (overtime may be required).
• Experience in the waste and recycling industry is an asset.
• Physically fit and able to lift up to 50lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste collection vehicles (front-end or roll-off) to collect garbage and recycling from commercial buildings.
• Back vehicle safely using mirrors and cameras; back distances up to 120 feet.
• Clean loose trash from truck and ground around containers.
• Communicate with supervisors regarding concerns or suggestions.
• Observe safe work practices.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is adynamic, growth-oriented, andsafety-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. Withcustomer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic anddriven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in wastediversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one ofCanada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the CanadianAboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian WomenBusiness 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 AZ/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

Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable,fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or requirereasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human ResourcesDepartment. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-casebasis.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genderidentity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Please note that AI may be used to support the application review process; however, all applications are reviewed by our Human Resources Team.

This posting is for an immediate vacancy, and we are actively hiring for this position.