Residential ASL Driver

The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!

Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

* 15 days of paid time off

* 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program

* Medical, dental, and vision coverage.

* 401(k) with an employer match

* Paid holidays

* Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Overview:

GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.

Key Responsibilities:

* Operate a fully automated side loading truck, ancillary equipment and hydraulic system while driving alone on public roadway to collect solid waste on specified collection route.

* Complete pre-trip and post-trip 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 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.

* Comply with all information requests from superiors in order to ensure compliance with work rules and company policy.

* 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.

* Maintain accurate records of services performed.

* Work independently with minimal in field supervision.

* 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.

Requirements:

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

* Possess valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

* Minimum two (2) 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

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements: 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

* Flexibility to accept and adapt to change as well as the commitment to seek continuous improvement

* Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques

* Ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example: two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing

* Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Demands:

* Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.

* Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral…