CDL Hydrovac Truck Operator

GFL Environmental Inc. • Kalkaska, MI

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About The Position

This driver will transport, remove, deliver, and collect various liquid and solid hazardous and non-hazardous materials from various customer sites. Will be required to load and unload trucks. This representative will also have the ability to operate a variety of truck and equipment including Combo Sewer Jetter trucks, box trucks, and any other equipment that fits their license on site if necessary. At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE! 3 weeks PTO annually 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with an employer match Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

Requirements

• Valid CDL B with clean driving record.
• Must have tanker endorsement, hazmat preferred.
• Must be able to drive manual transmissions.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift up to 50 lbs required.
• Local work but occasional out of town work.
• Overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac trucks and combo unit trucks.
• Loading and unloading of trucks
• Oversee cargo handling and secure loads, including equipment preparation, application of safe practices, compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.
• Familiarity and experience working with government documents such as manifests.
• Perform trip inspections on equipment operated and load, ensuring safety and roadworthiness.
• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crew as needed; check that vehicle position is correct and any special loading equipment is properly positioned.
• Report vehicle defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damage to the vehicles.
• Check all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate.
• Record and maintain required documentation including driver logbook, bills of lading, manifests etc. by manual or electronic means.
• Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form.
• Perform periodic inspections before, during, and after delivery to ensure that load is properly fastened down and is secure.
• Ensure that any debris caused by the loading/unloading of truck is cleaned up.
• Provide feedback to supervision regarding customer problems, mechanical problems, or delivery problems.
• Train others when required.
• Other duties as may be assigned.

Benefits

• 3 weeks PTO annually
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees