Residential Collection Driver – Waste and Recycling Services

Waste Technical Advisory Group; Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated Residential Collection Drivers to join their team in Coquitlam. This role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the community by safely collecting and transporting waste. Ideal candidates will possess a Class 5 license with an air brake endorsement and demonstrate physical strength for lifting and loading tasks. The company values its employees, providing a supportive environment and opportunities for growth. Join a team committed to sustainability and community well-being, and enjoy a rewarding career with excellent benefits.

Benefits

Extended Health, Dental and Vision

RRSP and DPSP

Paid holidays

10 days of paid time off per year

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Class 5 Drivers License with an Air Brake Endorsement.
• Ability to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Manually load recyclable waste into collection vehicle.
• Operate truck and equipment to collect solid waste and recyclables.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.

Skills

Class 5 Drivers License

Air Brake Endorsement

Physical Strength

Job description

Residential Collection Driver – Waste and Recycling Services

Full job description

GFL Environmental is looking for Drivers to join our Residential Collection team in Coquitlam, British Columbia!

Only applicants currently holding a valid Class 5 license with an air brake endorsement will be considered.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Together, our employees are known as “Team Green”— a name that unites us all under our shared purpose: making our customers and communities Green for Life!

Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

What’s in it for you:

• Extended Health, Dental and Vision
• RRSP and DPSP for future financial security
• Paid holidays, 10 days of paid time off per year

As the faces of GFL, our Solids Residential Drivers interact with residential communities on a day-to-day basis and perform tasks that make those communities safer and cleaner places to live.

The primary focus of this role is to collect and transport waste from assigned residential routes to our GFL facilities, where they then properly dispose of all materials. **This is a highly physical role – individuals must be able to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques**

Key Responsibilities:

• Manually load recyclable waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.

Requirements:

• Must possess a Class 5 Drivers License with an Air Brake Endorsement

Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Other advantages to working at GFL:

• A network of 20,000+ employees across North America
• Diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
• Increased sustainability of your community, through the Full Circle Project

#GFLTalent

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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