
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Benefits
Paid Time Off
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k)
Paid holidays
Employee assistance program
Job Description
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, committed to making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Known for its sustainable approach, GFL proudly unites its employees, affectionately called team green, under a shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE. The company offers diverse career opportunities and emphasizes investment in its people by providing growth opportunities, supportive work culture, and competitive benefits, making it an excellent place to build a long-term career in the waste management and environmental services industry.
This role involves operating a roll-off truck along designated routes to mechanically collect, exchange, or deliver containers and transport them to post-collection facilities. As a roll-off truck driver at GFL, you will be responsible for performing daily pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance, submitting necessary reports, and appropriately interacting with customers and the public. Maintaining clean job sites by managing any loose trash or debris during the collection process will be vital to ensuring a safe environment for both workers and the community. The role requires adherence to all Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and safety standards to guarantee safe and compliant operations.
The driver must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a minimum of one year of commercial driving experience or equivalent training through a CDL school certificate. Experience operating a standard transmission commercial truck is preferred depending on the location. Key skills for the position include knowledge of truck components and maintenance, the ability to navigate tight spaces using mirrors, the ability to recognize unacceptable waste materials like flammable substances, and effective communication with internal and external customers. Physical and mental demands include the ability to perform repetitive tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, and lifting various weights, as well as the capability to work in outdoor and sometimes harsh weather conditions.
GFL provides comprehensive benefits to support its employees' well-being and work-life balance. Benefits include 15 days of paid time off, multiple medical plan options including HSA with employer contributions, dental and vision coverage, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and an Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling services. This role offers more than just employment; it offers a genuine opportunity to grow your career, foster friendships, and make a meaningful impact every day in communities across North America.
This role involves operating a roll-off truck along designated routes to mechanically collect, exchange, or deliver containers and transport them to post-collection facilities. As a roll-off truck driver at GFL, you will be responsible for performing daily pre- and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance, submitting necessary reports, and appropriately interacting with customers and the public. Maintaining clean job sites by managing any loose trash or debris during the collection process will be vital to ensuring a safe environment for both workers and the community. The role requires adherence to all Department of Transportation (DOT), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations and safety standards to guarantee safe and compliant operations.
The driver must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and a minimum of one year of commercial driving experience or equivalent training through a CDL school certificate. Experience operating a standard transmission commercial truck is preferred depending on the location. Key skills for the position include knowledge of truck components and maintenance, the ability to navigate tight spaces using mirrors, the ability to recognize unacceptable waste materials like flammable substances, and effective communication with internal and external customers. Physical and mental demands include the ability to perform repetitive tasks such as standing, walking, climbing, and lifting various weights, as well as the capability to work in outdoor and sometimes harsh weather conditions.
GFL provides comprehensive benefits to support its employees' well-being and work-life balance. Benefits include 15 days of paid time off, multiple medical plan options including HSA with employer contributions, dental and vision coverage, paid holidays, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and an Employee Assistance Program offering free counseling services. This role offers more than just employment; it offers a genuine opportunity to grow your career, foster friendships, and make a meaningful impact every day in communities across North America.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required
- Possess valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
- Must be able to 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
- Experience operating a standard transmission on a commercial truck (depending on location)
Job Qualifications
- Knowledge of the truck and its components, and the basic maintenance required for safe operation
- Ability to control operations of equipment
- maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more
- Ability to recognize unacceptable waste such as gasoline or other flammable materials
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend associated documents and maps
- Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
- Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures
Job Duties
- Drives a roll-off truck along designated routes to mechanically collect, exchange, or deliver containers and take to the post-collection facilities
- Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections
- complete and submit a vehicle condition report at the end of the shift
- Courteously interacts with customers and/or the general public along the route to answer questions or respond to requests
- Notify supervisor of issues requiring management action
- Clean loose trash off truck and/or ground around truck and container that spills during dumping process to maintain clean customer site and safety along roads and highways
- Maintains and submits a DOT logbook, daily route/productivity sheet, and vehicle condition report (post-trip inspection sheet) as required by law or company policy
- Maneuver truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back up
- Uses a key map and GPS to locate service addresses
- Follows safe operating practices, including lock out/tag out procedures to ensure proper operation of the truck
- Monitors operations to detect loose debris, using mirrors or direct sight and/or listening for debris falling onto truck during dumping operation
- visually scans customer site before and after dumping
- Adherence to all DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and EPA regulations and standards
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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