Front End/Roll Off Driver (Waste Industry)

Emterra Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 51,000 - 62,000; 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 a Front End/Roll Off Driver (Waste Industry) in Burlington, ON for a full-time role. You will operate front-end or roll-off vehicles to collect garbage and recycling from commercial buildings, with emphasis on safety and reliability.

Position requires a valid Ontario AZ/DZ license and ability to work long shifts. Local runs mean home every night; competitive wages and comprehensive health benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service orientation.
• Ability to work independently and safely.
• Valid Ontario AZ/DZ license with clean abstract and CVOR.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste collection vehicles (front-end or roll-off) to collect garbage and recycling from commercial buildings.
• Maneuver the truck with mirrors/cameras to back distances up to 120 feet.
• Maintain clean truck and dump areas; report issues to supervisors.

Skills

Customer service

Safety oriented

Job description

Front End/Roll Off Driver (Waste Industry)

Burlington, ON Full-time $27.19/hour

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, 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 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 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.

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.