Front-End Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Durham, NC is hiring dedicated CDL drivers for local front-load routes with early morning start times and overtime potential. You will operate front-end loading trucks and hydraulic forks to service commercial customers, ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualified candidates hold a Class A or B CDL with a clean driving record and at least 1 year of commercial driving experience. You should be comfortable with joystick controls, perform pre- and post-trip inspections, and

Qualifications

• Class A or B CDL with a clean driving record.
• 1+ year of commercial driving experience.
• Experience with front-load, waste industry, or heavy vehicles is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate front-end loading trucks and hydraulic fork systems.
• Service local commercial sites and business parks in Durham.
• Maintain safety through pre- and post-trip inspections.
• Communicate with dispatch to resolve route challenges.
• Represent GFL professionally with customers on routes.

Skills

CDL A/B

Clean driving record

1+ years driving

Job description

Home Every Night: Enjoy consistent local routes and early schedules so your evenings remain your own.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and long-term career growth options.

Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet: Operate reliable, state-of-the-art front-load trucks supported by our dedicated in-house maintenance crews.

Culture of Excellence: Work alongside a supportive team that puts safety first and recognizes your hard work.

Command the Controls: Safely operate front-end loading trucks and hydraulic fork systems to lift and empty commercial waste containers across the Durham area.

Master Commercial Routes: Navigate local commercial sites, business parks, and tight urban spaces with care and efficiency.

Represent the Brand: Deliver friendly, dependable service as the direct face of GFL to our commercial business partners.

Drive Safety First: Perform thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain optimal safety and truck performance.

Stay Connected: Communicate closely with dispatchers and operations teams to solve route challenges on the fly.

Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.

Experience: 1+ years of commercial driving experience (front-load, waste industry, or heavy vehicle experience is a major plus!).

Precision Skills: Comfortable operating joystick controls and hydraulic lifting mechanisms in varied environments.

Safety Mindset: Uncompromising commitment to safety guidelines, vehicle upkeep, and road regulations.

Physical Readiness: Ability to step in and out of the cab frequently and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Primary Location: Durham, NC (Local routes, full-time hours, early morning shifts with overtime potential)

Why Join the GFL Team?

Home Every Night: Enjoy consistent local routes and early schedules so your evenings remain your own.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and long-term career growth options.

Modern, Well-Maintained Fleet: Operate reliable, state-of-the-art front-load trucks supported by our dedicated in-house maintenance crews.

Culture of Excellence: Work alongside a supportive team that puts safety first and recognizes your hard work.

What You’ll Do

• Command the Controls: Safely operate front-end loading trucks and hydraulic fork systems to lift and empty commercial waste containers across the Durham area.
• Master Commercial Routes: Navigate local commercial sites, business parks, and tight urban spaces with care and efficiency.
• Represent the Brand: Deliver friendly, dependable service as the direct face of GFL to our commercial business partners.
• Drive Safety First: Perform thorough pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to maintain optimal safety and truck performance.
• Stay Connected: Communicate closely with dispatchers and operations teams to solve route challenges on the fly.

What We’re Looking For

• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record.
• Experience: 1+ years of commercial driving experience (front-load, waste industry, or heavy vehicle experience is a major plus!).
• Precision Skills: Comfortable operating joystick controls and hydraulic lifting mechanisms in varied environments.
• Safety Mindset: Uncompromising commitment to safety guidelines, vehicle upkeep, and road regulations.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to step in and out of the cab frequently and work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Location & Schedule

• Primary Location: Durham, NC (Local routes, full-time hours, early morning shifts with overtime potential)

Ready to Power Your Career Forward?

Apply today and help us keep Durham clean, green, and moving forward!

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

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