CDL Front Load Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Springfield (AL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home Every Night

Competitive pay

Full-Time hours

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks an experienced Front-End CDL Driver to serve local commercial and multi-family routes in Springfield, AL. You will operate front-load trucks, perform pre-trip inspections, and deliver reliable, safe waste and recyclables collection on a full-time schedule.

Starting pay is $25.00/hour with room to grow, with home nightly returns and year-round steady hours. A valid CDL and clean driving record are required, and candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications

• CDL required.
• Experience with front-end/front-load driving is preferred.
• Ability to perform pre-/post-trip inspections and adhere to safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Drive local front-load trucks on established routes.
• Operate hydraulic controls and dump 3-4 yard containers.
• Perform routine vehicle inspections and safety checks.
• Interact professionally with customers along routes.

Skills

CDL

Backing skills

Safety compliance

Route driving

Year-round work

Education

CDL school certification

Job description

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station, landfill or drop-off location.

Why Drive with Us?

Are you an experienced CDL driver looking for top-tier pay, consistent year-round work, and the ability to be home every single night? Join our West Point team as a Front Load CDL Driver. We offer competitive starting rates at $25/hour+, reliable schedules, and a supportive team environment focused on safety and driver satisfaction.

What You’ll Do

• Local Operations: Drive commercial front-load trucks along established local commercial and multi-family residential routes.

• Hands-on Service: Operate hydraulic controls to collect waste/recyclables, maneuver container enclosures, and safely dump 3-4 yard containers.

• Safety First: Perform routine pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections, ensuring your equipment meets safety standards before heading out.

• Customer Interaction: Serve as the friendly face of our company while servicing local businesses along your route.

What We’re Looking For

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.

• 1+ years of commercial truck driving experience (Front End / Front Load experience preferred) OR a completed CDL school certification.

• Ability to safely maneuver trucks into tight clearance spaces using mirrors and backing skills.

• Ability to repetitively lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs and perform routine physical tasks (opening corral gates, rolling castored cans).

• Strong commitment to safety regulations and DOT compliance.

Perks & Benefits

• Home Every Night: No OTR layovers-spend your downtime where it matters most.

• Competitive Compensation: Starting at $25.00/hour with room to grow.

• Full-Time Stability: Steady, year-round hours with a well-maintained fleet.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [e-mail]. Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.