Residential Route Driver - Waste & Recycling

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

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in United States is seeking a CDL-backed waste collection driver to operate residential/recycling trucks on defined routes, load waste and recyclables, and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

The role emphasizes safety, on-call reporting, documentation, and collaboration with supervisory staff to improve routing and efficiency; overtime may be required. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL, with 1+ year driving experience or CDL school certificate;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED desired.
• Must possess a Commercial Driver's License.
• Minimum one year of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate.
• Must meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.
• Load solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
• Identify, and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
• Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state/provincial and local laws, regulations, ordinances and other orders and to all company policies, procedures and directives from supervisors.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Maintain inventory of all container and residential carts and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional containers, carts and spare parts to supervisor.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• May be required to work overtime
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Skills

Truck knowledge

Maintenance basics

Safety compliance

Route planning

Communication

Physical resilience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Job description

GFL Environmental Inc. in United States is seeking a CDL-backed waste collection driver to operate residential/recycling trucks on defined routes, load waste and recyclables, and maintain vehicle cleanliness.

The role emphasizes safety, on-call reporting, documentation, and collaboration with supervisory staff to improve routing and efficiency; overtime may be required. This position requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL, with 1+ year driving experience or CDL school certificate;