DZ Driver

At Cascades,
Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

Base salary range for Driver - DZ: $26.80 - $27.80 / hr

Schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Full Time)

Boot and/or tool allowance

Financial Benefits: Profit Sharing Plan, Retirement Plan with company matching, Stock Options & Annual flexible reimbursement program

Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)

By applying your expertise within our facility in Ottawa
, as the Driver - DZ :

• Operation: Drive a Rear Packer, Roll-Off, Straight Truck, and/or Pick-up truck to various customer locations to collect recycled materials .
• Vehicle Maintenance & Safety: Complete pre- and post-trip truck circle checks per inspection sheets . Immediately report equipment defects, repair orders, or any vehicle/property damage .
• Customer & Site Service: Represent the company in a neat and courteous manner . Notify clients upon arrival and clean up any fallen debris/materials prior to departure .
• Documentation: Complete all job-specific paperwork, including route sheets, work orders, scale tickets, mileage reports, and logbooks .
• Vehicle-Specific Operations:
  • Rear Packer: Safely empty containers into the hopper ensuring even load distribution .
  • Roll-Off: Switch, install, remove, or tarp containers; secure compactor bins; and lock out equipment prior to switching .
  • Straight & Pick-up Trucks: Switch rolling bins of recycled material, secure loads properly, and transport to the plant or designated drop-off sites as directed by Dispatch .

Respect your true nature by putting forward your strengths:

• Education/Licensing: Valid DZ Driver's License with air brake endorsement .
• Experience: Experience in a related industry (recycling, waste management, etc.) is a definite asset .

• Strong organizational and time management skills .
• Good knowledge of the City of Ottawa and surrounding areas .
• Strong customer service attitude and good communication skills .
• Accuracy with weights and measures .
• Ability to handle exposure to outside weather conditions during loading .

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner .

Since 1964, Cascades has been driving innovation in the manufacturing sector by offering sustainable, innovative, and value-creating solutions in packaging, hygiene, and recycling.

At Cascades, we respect nature. And above all, we respect our 9,000 employees. With more than 65 facilities across North America, we offer a committed and diverse environment where everyone can thrive and contribute to the company’s success.