CDL Residential Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; West Point (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a dedicated Residential Driver to safely and efficiently collect waste, yard waste, and recyclables on curbside and backdoor routes. You will operate rear-load trucks, using hydraulic systems and compactors while maintaining strict safety standards and delivering courteous service to neighbors.

The role requires a valid CDL, at least 1 year of experience or a CDL school certificate, the ability to work outdoors in all weather, and physical strength to lift up to 50

Qualifications

• CDL license is required.
• 1 year of commercial driving experience or a certificate from an accredited CDL program.
• Commitment to safety-sensitive functions and a clean driving record.
• Ability to perform outdoor work in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs repeatedly.
• Strong spatial awareness for backing into tight spaces and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-load trucks to collect waste, yard waste, and recyclables from residential routes.
• Utilize hydraulic systems and compaction units with care to maximize efficiency and reduce wear.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safety and compliance.
• Provide courteous customer service and ensure routes are completed accurately with proper container handling.

Skills

CDL

1+ year driving

Safety-conscious

Lift up to 50 lbs

Spatial awareness

Professional demeanor

Education

CDL school certificate

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. Join the Green For Life Team! At GFL Environmental, we don’t just move waste; we provide essential services that keep our communities clean and safe. As the only major diversified environmental services company in North America, we are looking for safe, professional, and dedicated CDL Drivers to join our "Green for Life" family.

Why Drive for GFL?

• Home Every Night: Enjoy local routes that get you home to your family daily.
• Modern Fleet: Drive well-maintained, late-model equipment with a focus on safety and technology.
• Career Growth: We invest in our people with ongoing training and opportunities for advancement.
• Full Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate with Pride: Safely navigate residential neighborhoods in rear-load trucks to collect waste, yard waste, and recyclables.
• Master the Equipment: Utilize hydraulic systems and compaction units with precision to maximize efficiency and minimize mechanical wear.
• Safety First: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections. At GFL, if it isn’t safe, we don’t do it.
• Customer Excellence: Provide courteous service to our neighbors, ensuring routes are completed accurately and containers are handled with care.

What You’ll Need (Requirements)

• The License: A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• The Experience: At least 1 year of commercial driving experience OR a certificate from an accredited CDL school.
• The Mindset: A commitment to safety-sensitive functions and a clean driving record.
• The Grit: Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and lift up to 50 lbs repetitively.
• The Skills: Strong spatial awareness (backing into tight spaces) and a professional demeanor.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

This is an active role involving standing, walking, and frequent lifting. You will be outdoors 100% of the time, embracing the elements and the rhythm of the road. Expect a high-energy, loud environment where your focus and safety awareness are your best tools.

Equal Opportunity

GFL Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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.

Visa & Work Authorization

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.

Recruitment Process

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

Current GFL Employees

If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset - our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire - whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form "Team Green" - united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture - not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that’s on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations - Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services - Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

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