Front End Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Conway (SC); In loco; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

GFL Environmental Inc. is seeking a Front End Driver to expertly collect solid waste from commercial and industrial accounts.

This role demands top maneuvering skills for tight enclosures and the stamina to handle heavy containers, along with operating front-end loaders safely on designated routes. You will interact with the public, perform safety inspections, document reports, and ensure compliance with DOT and company standards.

Competenze

• Valid CDL Class A or B license required.
• At least 1 year of commercial truck driving or a CDL school certificate.
• Must meet safety-sensitive criteria per DOT standards.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs frequently and push/move up to 300 lbs.

Mansioni

• Drive and operate front-end loader on designated routes to collect waste.
• Manually open container enclosures to access bins.
• Dump 3- to 4-yard containers into positions as needed.
• Conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DVIR).
• Use maps and GPS to navigate addresses; keep daily logs.
• Provide professional customer interaction and report issues.

Conoscenze

CDL Class A or B

1 year commercial truck driving

DOT safety compliance

Maneuvering in tight spaces

Physical strength (lift 50 lbs +)

DVIR and pre/post-trip inspections

Formazione

CDL school certificate

Descrizione del lavoro

The Front End Driver is a specialized position responsible for the mechanical collection of solid waste from commercial and industrial accounts. This role requires elite maneuvering skills to service tight enclosures and the physical stamina to manage heavy containers. You will operate high-capacity front-end loading equipment, interact directly with the public, and ensure 100% compliance with DOT and company safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Drive and operate commercial front-end loader or ancillary equipment along designated routes to collect and transport solid waste to post-collection facilities.
• Site Management: Manually open container enclosures or gates to access bins.
• Maneuver 3-to-4-yard containers on castors into position for dumping as required.
• Safety & Inspections: Perform rigorous daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DVIR). Document and submit vehicle condition reports at the end of every shift.
• Route Efficiency: Utilize key maps and GPS to navigate service addresses efficiently. Maintain a daily logbook and productivity sheets as required by law and company policy.
• Customer Service: Provide professional and courteous interaction with customers and the general public; notify supervisors of any service issues requiring management action.
• Site Cleanliness: Ensure customer sites remain clean by clearing any loose trash or debris spilled during the dumping process.
• Hazard Detection: Monitor operations via mirrors or direct sight to detect loose debris or falling objects. Identify and report "unacceptable waste" (flammables, hazardous liquids, etc.).
• Compliance: Follow all safe operating practices, including Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Comply with all federal, state, and local rules on safety and vehicle operation.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B.
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of commercial truck driving experience OR a certificate of completion from an accredited CDL school.
• Safety Criteria: Must meet all relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to DOT and Company standards.
• Maneuvering Skills: Demonstrated ability to safely drive the truck and operate equipment in tight/high-traffic areas, including backing 120+ feet using mirrors.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Mechanical Knowledge: Understanding of truck components and basic maintenance requirements for safe daily operation.
• Physical Strength: Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to push or maneuver containers weighing up to 300 lbs.
• Mobility: Frequent entering and exiting of the truck cab.
• Ability to climb to the top of the vehicle to verify and secure loads prior to transport.
• Spatial Perception: High-level depth perception, peripheral vision, and color vision for maneuvering in minimum-clearance spaces.
• Coordination: Ability to coordinate multiple limbs (arms/legs) simultaneously while sitting or standing to operate pedals and hydraulic controls.

Working Conditions

• Environment: 100% outdoor work environment. Constant exposure to motor vehicle traffic and all weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, and humidity).
• Physical Exposure: Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noise, and airborne particles.
• Autonomy: Work independently away from the branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.

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.

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.

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.