CDL Driver - Residential

GFL Environmental Inc.•Kendallville, IN

20d•$22 - $30•Onsite

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 operates residential or recycling collection trucks and related equipment, maintains route quality and accurate service records, and follows applicable safety requirements and company procedures. The driver works outdoors, on routes away from the branch, and in changing weather and traffic conditions. Overtime may be required. The role may include managing assigned helpers, if applicable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired.
Must possess a Commercial Driver's License.
At least one year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
Must meet relevant company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate its equipment.
Knowledge of the truck, its components, and basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.
Ability to control equipment and maneuver the truck into minimum-clearance spaces, including using mirrors to back 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 and commitment to 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 while sitting or standing.
Ability to follow company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjustment of focus.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Ability to sit for up to 75% of the time due to driving duties.
Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate residential or recycling collection trucks, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic systems to collect solid waste or recyclables on assigned routes.
Load solid waste, yard waste, or recyclables into the rear or side of the collection vehicle.
Operate truck equipment to compact trash.
Operate the truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections and reports, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other documentation requested by the supervisor.
Immediately communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor.
Maintain route quality standards set by management.
Follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, applicable laws, and company rules and procedures for safety and vehicle operation.
Keep the vehicle clean, including its cab interior and exterior.
Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from waste carts or cans.
Manage assigned helpers, if applicable.
Wear required personal protective equipment at all times.
Immediately report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers or the public.
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Maintain inventory of containers, residential carts, and spare parts, and recommend additional purchases to the supervisor.
Work with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.