Front End Driver

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station, landfill or drop-off location.

Are you a dependable driver looking to trade long nights on the open highway for consistent hours, local daily routes, and steady home time every night? We are seeking a reliable, safety-focused Commercial CDL Driver (with a preference for commercial waste or roll-off/front-end experience) to service our routes in the Charlottesville area. If you take pride in serving your local community, maintaining top-tier safety standards, and working with a stable, supportive team, this is the right seat for you.

• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to recharge and spend time with family.
• Competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage to keep you healthy.
• 4 Medical Plan Options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) featuring an employer contribution and match program.
• 401(k) Plan with an employer match to help you build secure long-term wealth.
• Paid Holidays so you can celebrate what matters.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free, confidential counseling services for you and your household.
• Competitive & Negotiable Pay:
  Starting at $28.00+/hour, customized to reflect your commercial driving and waste industry experience.
• Consistent Local Work:
  Daily assigned routes—get home to your family every single night.
• Predictable
  
  Schedule:
  
  Full-time hours with reliable year-round stability.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: (Insert your specific medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, or sign-on bonus details here).

• Operate commercial front-load, roll-off, or ancillary waste equipment along assigned commercial and multi-family residential routes.
• Safely maneuver trucks into tight clearance spaces, alleyways, and customer sites using mirrors and back-up procedures.
• Mechanically collect solid waste or recyclables and transport materials safely to post-collection facilities, landfills, or transfer stations.
• Perform thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete Vehicle Condition Reports (VCR).
• Maintain clear communication with dispatch and provide courteous service to local business customers along your route.
• Follow all federal, state, and company safety rules, including Lockout/Tagout procedures and proper PPE protocols.

• License:
  Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL - Class A or Class
  
  B).
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 1 year of commercial truck driving experience (or CDL school certification equivalent). Preferred:
  Prior waste industry experience (Front-End, Rear-End, or Roll-Off operating experience).
• Safety & Physical:
  Clean driving record and ability to meet safety-sensitive position criteria. Ability to regularly lift up to 50 lbs and physically maneuver containers/corral doors as needed. Proficiency operating manual/automatic commercial equipment and navigating local routes using GPS/maps.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic.

We do not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required. Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country…