Automated Side Load Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Town of Texas (WI); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a commercially licensed truck driver to operate an automated side-loading truck on assigned routes in Wisconsin. The role requires maintaining safety standards, performing inspections, and reporting issues promptly to supervision.

Responsibilities include keeping accurate service records, communicating with supervisors, and adhering to all company policies and local regulations. The position may require overtime and independent work on a fast-paced schedule.

Qualifications

• Requires valid CDL and safe driving history.
• Minimum two years of commercial driving experience or CDL school certificate.
• Able to pass safety-sensitive criteria per company standards.
• Capable of performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operate a fully automated side loading truck on designated routes.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports daily.
• Communicate mechanical issues to supervisor and mechanic immediately.
• Maintain route quality and safety compliance per company policies.
• Keep vehicle clean and report any defects or safety concerns.
• Maintain accurate service records and prepare daily truck reports.

Skills

CDL required

Safety awareness

Vehicle operation

Inspection reporting

Communication with supervisor

Route adherence

Physical stamina

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate a fully automated side loading truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system while driving alone on public roadway to collect solid waste on specified collection route.

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.

• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.

• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.

• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.

• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.

• Comply with all information requests from superiors in order to ensure compliance with work rules and company policy.

• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.

• Maintain accurate records of services performed.

• Work independently with minimal in field supervision.

• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.

• May be required to work overtime.

• Attend safety and branch meetings.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

• Possess valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

• Minimum two (2) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate.

• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.

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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.

• Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more.

• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste (such as gasoline or other flammable materials).

• Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps.

• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement.

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

• Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing.

• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures.

Physical/Mental Demands:

• Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.

• Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.

• Ability to operate all controls from inside the vehicle.

• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.

• Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.

• Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions:

• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, hot and cold weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles.

• Occasionally work in high precarious places.

• Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.

• Work environment is usually loud.