CDL Residential Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home Daily

15 Days PTO

Paid Holidays

Comprehensive Healthcare

Retirement Planning

EAP

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Lakeland, FL is seeking a CDL Residential Driver to safely collect solid waste and recyclables on curbside or backdoor routes using side-load or rear-load trucks, then transport to post-collection facilities.

The role emphasizes reliable daily home time, strict safety practices, and courteous customer service while maintaining vehicle inspections, logs, and compliance with company standards.

Qualifications

• CDL required with at least 1 year of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to read maps and route sheets.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Safety-focused with knowledge of PPE and proper driving procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate residential/recycling collection vehicles (side-load/rear-load) on designated routes safely.
• Load waste and recyclables and operate compacting equipment as directed.
• Conduct daily safety inspections and complete logs and reports.
• Report vehicle issues and incidents to supervisors promptly.

Skills

Reading maps

Route optimization

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities.

Job Title: CDL Residential Driver

Location: Lakeland, FL

Position Type: Full-Time, Regular

Job Summary

The Residential Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste and recycling removal services to residential customers. This role involves operating side-load or rear-load trucks to collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside or backdoor routes and transporting collected materials to post-collection facilities.

Benefits & Perks

• Home Daily: Dedicated local routes so you can be home with your family every night.
• 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO): Generous time off to rest and recharge.
• Paid Holidays: Extra time off to celebrate throughout the year.
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including 4 medical plan options and an HSA with employer contributions & matching.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer match to secure your financial future.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to free counseling services and support for you and your family.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate residential/recycling collection vehicles (side-load/rear-load), ancillary equipment, and hydraulic compaction systems safely on designated routes.
• Load solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables into collection vehicles and operate compacting equipment using prescribed safety techniques.
• Perform required daily pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections, driver reports, route sheets, and log documentation.
• Promptly report any vehicle mechanical issues, accidents, or incidents to supervisors and mechanics.
• Identify and tag prohibited waste items (e.g., flammable or hazardous materials) and remove them from collection carts.
• Direct and manage assigned route Helpers (when applicable) and maintain route quality and efficiency standards.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)—including steel-toe boots, reflective vest, safety glasses, and gloves—at all times.
• Maintain a clean vehicle cab interior and exterior, and represent the company professionally to customers and the public.

Requirements & Qualifications

• License: Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.
• Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience OR completion/certificate from an accredited CDL school.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Safety & Driving Standards: Must meet company criteria for safety-sensitive functions and demonstrate safe operation, maneuvering, and backing of trucks (up to 120+ feet in tight areas).
• Skills: Ability to read/understand maps, route sheets, and written instructions; basic maintenance knowledge; strong communication and customer service skills.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• Physical Capability: Ability to repeatedly lift, push, pull, or carry up to 25 lbs frequently, and occasionally up to 50-100 lbs using proper lifting techniques.
• Working Environment: 100% outdoor work environment exposed to seasonal extreme heat/cold, rain, traffic, noise, and fumes.
• Shift/Demands: Driving accounts for up to 75% of daily work hours; requires frequent standing, stooping, crouching, climbing, and coordination.

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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.