CDL Driver - Residential

GFL Industries; Kendallville (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

15 days PTO

Medical, dental, and vision plans

HSAs with employer match

Parental Leave

401(k) with employer match up to 4%

Unum supplemental health plans

Employer-paid basic life insurance

Short-term disability (employee paid)

Long-term disability (employer-paid)

Employee Assistance Program (mental)

7 paid holidays

Job summary

GFL Industries seeks a Residential Driver in Indiana to operate a residential/recycling collection route and load waste and recyclables into the truck. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintain safety and route quality on a daily basis.

The position offers competitive hourly pay of $22-30/hour, extensive benefits, and opportunities to work with a professional team while complying with all safety standards and regulations.

Qualifications

• No formal qualifications specified in ad.

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential/recycling collection truck to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on a specified route.
• Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of the waste collection vehicle.
• Operate equipment on the truck to compact trash into the vehicle.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and reports, route sheets and other requested documentation.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the supervisor or mechanic immediately.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Follow safety standards and company policies; comply with laws and regulations.
• Keep the vehicle clean inside and out.
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from the cart or bin.
• Manage assigned helper(s) if applicable.
• Report accidents or incidents to supervisors promptly.

Job description

Residential Driver

Pay: $22-30/hour

Benefits

• 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 Unum
• 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

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
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures
• 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
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