CDL Driver — Residential Waste & Recycling Routes

GFL Environmental Inc.; Chillicothe (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

HSA with employer match

Parental leave

401(k) with employer match

Disability (long-term)

Disability (short-term)

Life insurance

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a professional CDL driver to operate residential and recycling collection trucks on assigned routes. You will load waste, perform inspections, and ensure safety standards are met while maintaining route quality and timeliness.

The role requires a CDL, high school diploma or GED, and ability to work in a safety-focused environment with occasional overtime. Competitive benefits and on-site work in Illinois are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Safety-sensitive function criteria must be met.

Responsibilities

• Operate residential/recycling collection trucks and associated equipment on assigned routes.
• Load waste/recyclables into trucks and operate compaction equipment.
• Perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections and document routes.
• Communicate mechanical issues to supervisor and keep route quality standards.
• Follow safety standards and company policies on operation and safety.

Skills

Commercial driving

Truck operation

Safety compliance

Effective communication

Reading/writing documents

Adaptability

Manual lifting up to 50 lbs

Vehicle maintenance awareness

Safe driving practices

Safety policies adherence

Education

High school diploma or GED

CDL license

Tools

CDL vehicle equipment

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a professional CDL driver to operate residential and recycling collection trucks on assigned routes. You will load waste, perform inspections, and ensure safety standards are met while maintaining route quality and timeliness.

The role requires a CDL, high school diploma or GED, and ability to work in a safety-focused environment with occasional overtime. Competitive benefits and on-site work in Illinois are provided.