DZ Truck Driver - 1 Person Manual Side Load

WM; Mount Forest; On-site; CAD 34,993 - 49,839; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Company match on RRSP

Holidays and Personal Days

Job summary

A waste management company is seeking a DZ Truck Driver for manual side-load operations in Mount Forest, Ontario. Key responsibilities include safely operating a heavy-duty truck, performing inspections, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness. Candidates must hold a current DZ license and have a good driving record. The position offers competitive hourly wages and industry-leading benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with a valid SIN.
• Hold a current DZ or Class 3 license or higher.
• CDL is a requirement; applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operates a heavy-duty truck to perform assigned duties.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned vehicle.
• Reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.

Skills

Physical labor experience

Safe vehicle operation

Effective communication

Job description

DZ Truck Driver - 1 Person Manual Side Load

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• Single‑Man Side‑Load Residential DZ Driver located in Mount Forest, ON, Canada. Loading is manual.
• Preferred Experience: physical labor experience.
• Starting Wage: $30.79/hour.
• Morning Shift – 5:40 am, 11 hours per day.
• Afternoon shift – 11 am, 9 hours a day.
• Mondays – Fridays, and a few statutory holidays, some of which might fall on a Saturday.

Safely operates a heavy‑duty truck to perform assigned duties on transfer routes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates vehicle in accordance with all local, state and federal requirements and Company expectations for the Fleet; maintains a clean and safe vehicle.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑trip inspections of assigned vehicle using standard DVIR (Driver Vehicle Inspection Report); notes all issues on DVIR form for corrective review/repair.
• Immediately reports any unsafe situations or service calls to Route Manager or Dispatch before attempting service.
• Participates and cooperates in all scheduled training, briefings, and meetings as required by Route Manager.
• Works closely with Route Managers to improve route efficiencies and identify problem or unsafe accounts.
• Performs all duties as scheduled by Route Manager or Dispatch, assisting other company drivers as directed.
• Notifies Route Manager of any incidents, accidents, injuries, or property damage.
• Notifies Dispatch or Route Manager of issues as prescribed by Service Machine protocol, including blocked containers, potential missed pick‑ups or problems that arise on the route.
• Communicates customer requests or issues to Dispatch or Route Manager.
• Completely dumps all containers and leaves the customer’s location clean and free of debris.
• Completes and submits customer tickets when excess yardage must be removed.
• Positions containers on the customer’s property in a manner that ensures lids are properly replaced, containers are set in an upright position, and containers do not block driveway entrances or traffic.
• Follows route assignments throughout the day and completes all documentation when checking‑in at the end of the route.

Qualifications

• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada with a valid SIN.
• Hold a current DZ or Class 3 license or higher.
• CDL is a requirement; applicant must be at least 18 years of age.
• Successfully complete pre‑employment drug screen, physical, and background check, which will include previous employment check, and motor vehicle record review.
• Acceptable driving record required.

Benefits

At Waste Management, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. Company match on RRSP, Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.

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