CDL Driver (Residential)

GFL Environmental Inc. • Chillicothe, IL

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About The Position

The Residential Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services to customers. The driver collects solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transports them to post-collection facilities. The role involves operating residential and recycling collection trucks, including side-load and rear-load vehicles, and their hydraulic systems.

Requirements

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• At least 1 year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to drive commercial trucks and maneuver or back up in tight spaces (120+ ft).
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to repetitively lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs and occasionally up to 100 lbs.
• Comfort working outdoors 100% of the time in varying weather conditions and high-traffic areas.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate residential and recycling collection trucks and hydraulic systems along assigned routes.
• Collect waste and recyclables from curbside and/or backdoor routes and transport them to post-collection facilities.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, complete truck reports, promptly report mechanical issues, and keep equipment clean.
• Follow safety guidelines, wear required personal protective equipment, maintain route quality standards, and immediately report incidents.
• Represent the company professionally, manage assigned Helpers when applicable, and attend required safety and branch meetings.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Health Savings Account with employer match option
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) with an employer match up to 4%
• Supplemental health plans through Aflac
• Employer-paid basic life insurance
• Employee-paid short-term disability option
• Employer-paid long-term disability
• Mental health support through Employee Assistance Program
• 7 paid holidays annually

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed