Residential Driver

GFL Industries; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home daily

Benefits

Modern equipment

Job summary

GFL Environmental in Durham, NC is seeking a Residential Commercial Driver (CDL) to safely collect solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste on local routes. You will operate side-loaders and rear-loaders with daily home time and direct interaction with residents.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and well-maintained equipment. Local daytime schedule with opportunities for career growth within a growing environmental services company.

Qualifications

• Customer service orientation when interacting with residents.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to traffic laws.
• Ability to operate residential collection vehicles and maneuver in urban areas.
• Comfort with outdoor work and physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate residential collection vehicles (side-loaders, rear-loaders, and automated trucks) on local Durham routes.
• Collect solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste according to route sheets.
• Provide courteous, professional service to residents and maintain route quality.

Skills

Customer service

Safety minded

Teamwork

Education

CDL certificate

Job description

Residential Commercial Driver - Durham, NC

Ready to Serve Your Community and Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental?At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we take pride in keeping our neighborhoods clean, safe, and sustainable. We are looking for an energetic, dependable, and customer-focused Residential Commercial Driver (CDL) to join our team in Durham, NC! If you take pride in serving your local community, enjoy active days on the road, and want a stable, local career with a great team, we want to hear from you.

Why Join the GFL Team?

• Home Every Single Night: Enjoy consistent local residential routes so you can be home for dinner every day.
• Competitive Pay & Great Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and long-term career growth options.
• Modern Equipment: Drive reliable, well-maintained automated side-loaders and rear-load vehicles with dedicated shop support.
• Community Impact: Be a friendly, visible face in the Durham community while making a direct impact on local sustainability.

What You'll Do

• Master Neighborhood Routes: Safely operate residential collection vehicles (side-loaders, rear-loaders, and automated trucks) to service neighborhoods across Durham.
• Keep Communities Green: Efficiently collect solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste according to daily route sheets.
• Be the Face of GFL: Provide courteous, professional service to residents and uphold route quality standards.
• Prioritize Safety: Perform required daily pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure your vehicle is safe and road-ready.
• Work as a Team: Coordinate closely with helpers, mechanics, and supervisors to keep your route running smoothly and safely.

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 OR a certificate from an accredited CDL school.
• Physical Readiness: Ability to maneuver in and out of the cab, handle outdoor conditions, and manage physical aspects of residential collection.
• Safety First Mindset: Strong commitment to local traffic laws, company safety procedures, and defensive driving.
• Customer Service Attitude: Professional demeanor with a positive, helpful attitude when interacting with local residents.

Location & Schedule

Primary Location: Durham, NC (Local residential routes, full-time hours, daytime schedule)

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.

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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.