Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate a tractor-trailer and onboard hydraulic systems to collect and transport solid waste and/or recyclables along designated routes.

• Secure all loads by ensuring tarps are properly closed and no loose material is visible prior to transport.

• Fully empty trailers at disposal sites and report trailer number and net weight to Customer Service Representatives (CSR) after each dump.

• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, daily vehicle reports, route sheets, and all other required documentation.

• Immediately report mechanical issues, accidents, or incidents to supervisors and maintenance personnel.

• Maintain assigned route quality standards and collaborate with supervisors to improve routing efficiency.

• Operate vehicles and equipment using approved techniques to minimize mechanical wear and prevent driver-induced damage.

• Adhere to all safety standards, equipment checks, and regulatory requirements at the federal, state/provincial, local, and company levels.

• Maintain a clean and professional vehicle appearance, including both interior and exterior.

• Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

• Maintain accurate records of services performed.

• Demonstrate professionalism when interacting with customers, the public, and coworkers.

• Attend safety meetings, branch meetings, and training sessions as required.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by management, including overtime when necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.

• Minimum of one (1) year of commercial driving experience or completion of an accredited CDL training program.

• Ability to meet all company requirements for safety-sensitive positions.

• Demonstrated ability to safely operate a tractor-trailer and related equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of tractor-trailer components and basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.

• Proficient in maneuvering large vehicles in tight spaces and backing distances of 120 feet or more using mirrors.

• Knowledge of air brake systems and the ability to operate vehicles weighing up to 80,000 pounds (40 tons).

• Ability to identify unacceptable or hazardous waste materials.

• Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers.

• Ability to read, write, and understand route maps, safety documents, and operational instructions.

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and adapt to changing work conditions.

• Commitment to safety, continuous improvement, and company policies.

• Ability to repeatedly lift, push, pull, or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds using proper techniques.

• Ability to coordinate physical movements while seated or standing.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Ability to stand, walk, reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, balance, and use hands and fingers.

• Visual acuity requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception, with the ability to adjust focus.

• Ability to regularly lift up to 10 pounds, frequently lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.

• Sitting required approximately 75% of the time due to driving responsibilities.

• Ability to work in loud environments.

Working Conditions

• Frequent exposure to loud noise, vibration, moving mechanical parts, fumes, airborne particles, and hazardous materials.

• Work performed outdoors up to 100% of the time in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold.

• Continuous operation in motor vehicle traffic throughout the workday.

• Occasional work in elevated or precarious locations.

• Route-based work performed away from the branch location for most of the day.

What We Offer 

• 100% company-paid benefits (no out-of-pocket premiums) 

• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) 

• RRSP matching program 

• Boot and prescription safety glasses allowance 

• Uniforms provided 

• Fair vacation practices 

• Career development opportunities 

• Supportive and inclusive work environment 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact [email protected]

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.