Recycling & Waste Truck Driver - ($27.37/Hour)

Emterra Group; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 30,307 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Entrepreneurial culture

Job summary

Emterra Group in Canada is seeking a Driver/Loader to operate waste collection and recycling vehicles, load curbside materials, and complete routes safely while delivering excellent customer service.

The role requires a valid Ontario DZ license, ability to lift 50 lbs, and commitment to safety; pre-employment drug tests and background checks are required. We offer competitive wages, health benefits, EAP, and an entrepreneurial environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario DZ driver’s licence with a clean drivers abstract and CVOR.
• Minimum one year experience driving with DZ licence OR an AZ MELT graduate from an accredited driving school.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Punctual, reliable, team player.

Responsibilities

• Operate waste collection/recycling vehicle.
• Load curbside materials into the truck.
• Observe safe work practices.
• Provide excellent customer service in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure assigned routes are completed safely and on time.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections and complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Skills

DZ Driver Licence

AZ MELT graduate

Lift 50 lbs

Drug/alcohol testing

Criminal background check

Punctual and reliable

Education

AZ MELT driving school graduate

Job description

Who We Are

Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth‑oriented, safety‑focused group of companies that provides collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste to keep our communities clean and safe. We focus on customer service and safety and are looking for an energetic 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 and is a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE).

Job Summary

Driver/Loader operates waste collection and recycling vehicles, loads curbside materials, completes assigned routes safely and efficiently, provides excellent customer service, and performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspections in compliance with company policies.

Position Description

• Operate waste collection/recycling vehicle.
• Load curbside materials into the truck.
• Observe safe work practices.
• Provide excellent customer service in accordance with company policies.
• Ensure assigned routes are successfully completed in a timely and safe manner.
• Conduct pre‑ and post‑trip inspections and complete Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid Ontario DZ driver’s licence with a clean drivers abstract and CVOR.
• Minimum one year experience driving with DZ licence OR an AZ MELT graduate from an accredited driving school.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• As this is a safety‑sensitive position, successful completion of pre‑employment drug and alcohol testing is required.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Punctual, reliable, team player.

Benefits and Compensation

• Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers.
• Competitive wages: $26.44 per hour.
• Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose).
• Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company.
• Entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow.
• Ability to have an impact and make change.

Get Involved

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.

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.