CDL Driver

GFL Environmental•San Marcos, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services to customers. The role collects solid waste and recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transports them to post-collection facilities. The driver operates a residential or recycling collection truck, related equipment, and hydraulic systems; maintains route quality and accurate service records; and follows applicable safety, vehicle-operation, and company requirements. The position works outdoors and on routes away from the branch throughout the day, with frequent exposure to traffic, noise, weather, and mechanical or environmental conditions. Overtime may be required.

Requirements

A Commercial Driver’s License is required.
At least one year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate is required.
Must meet 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 operations and maneuver a truck into minimum-clearance spaces, using mirrors to back approximately 120 feet or more.
Ability to recognize unacceptable waste, including gasoline and other flammable materials.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend related 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 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.
High school diploma or GED desired.

Responsibilities

Operate residential or recycling collection, side-load and/or rear-load trucks, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic systems on assigned routes.
Load solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables into the collection vehicle and operate 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, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other requested documentation.
Report vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor immediately.
Maintain route quality standards set by management.
Follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, and applicable laws, regulations, and company policies for safety and vehicle operation.
Clean the vehicle’s 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.
Report accidents or incidents to supervisors immediately.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers and the public.
Keep 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 efficiency.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.