CDL Driver Class B - Residential

Choosegreaterpeoria; Illinois; On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in environmental services is seeking a Residential Driver to join their dedicated team. This role involves operating collection trucks, ensuring safety compliance, and providing essential services to the community. With competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off and health plans, this position offers stability and growth opportunities. Join a team that values your contributions and allows you to make a positive impact every day. If you are a skilled driver looking for a rewarding career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

15 days of paid time off

Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans

Health Savings Account with employer match

Paid Parental Leave

401(k) with employer match

Supplemental health plans

Employer paid basic life insurance

Mental health support

7 paid holidays annually

Qualifications

• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License and have driving experience.
• Ability to follow safety policies and operate equipment safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate a truck for waste collection and maintain safety standards.
• Complete inspections and maintain accurate records of services performed.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License

Driving Skills

Safety Compliance

Communication Skills

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Waste Collection Truck

Hydraulic System

Job description

Benefits:
• Compensation - $24-$28/hr
• 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Health Savings Account with employer match option
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• Supplemental health plans through Aflac
• Employer paid basic life insurance
• Employee paid short-term disability option
• Employer paid long-term disability
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
• 7 paid holidays annually

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits:
Career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities.

Position: Residential Driver

Key Responsibilities:
• Operate a residential/recycling collection, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.
• Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane 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 standards 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.
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• 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.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License.
• Minimum one (1) year 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 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, 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 regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions:
• Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season), moving mechanical parts, vibration, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles.
• Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.
• Work environment is usually loud.

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