Residential Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k)

Paid time off

Career growth

Home nightly routes

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Garner, NC, is seeking a local CDL driver for daytime residential routes. You will operate side-loaders, rear-loaders, and automated trucks to service neighborhoods and keep daily routes on schedule.

The role emphasizes safety, customer service, and teamwork, with home-daily schedules and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have 1+ years of driving experience or a CDL school certificate and a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• CDL license with clean driving record required.
• 1+ years of commercial driving experience or CDL school certificate.
• Must be physically able to perform residential collection tasks.
• Strong commitment to safety and defensive driving.
• Professional demeanor when interacting with residents.

Responsibilities

• Master residential routes with side-loaders, rear-loaders, and automated trucks.
• Collect solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste per route sheets.
• Provide courteous, professional service to residents.
• Perform daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Coordinate with helpers, mechanics, and supervisors to keep routes running smoothly.

Skills

CDL (Class A/B)

Driving experience

Safety mindset

Customer service

Physical fitness

Teamwork

Education

CDL school certificate

Job description

• 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 Garner community while making a direct impact on local sustainability.
• Master Neighborhood Routes: Safely operate residential collection vehicles (side-loaders, rear-loaders, and automated trucks) to service neighborhoods across Garner.
• 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.
• 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.
• Primary Location: Garner, NC (Local residential routes, full-time hours, daytime schedule)

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 Garner 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 Garner.
• 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: Garner, NC (Local residential routes, full-time hours, daytime schedule)

Ready to Power Your Career Forward?

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

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