Driver - Roll Off

GFL Environmental Inc.•Poteet, TX

48d

About The Position

The Roll-Off Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services to customers across multiple lines of business. The driver collects waste from customer sites and transports it to post-collection facilities for proper disposal. The role involves operating a roll-off truck and related equipment, completing inspections and required documentation, following safety and vehicle-operation rules, maintaining service and route quality, communicating hazards and mechanical problems, and keeping the vehicle clean. Drivers work routes away from the branch in an outdoor environment and may be required to work overtime.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
At least one year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
Meet relevant company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.
Ability to operate vehicles or equipment necessary to perform the job.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply them to the job.
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence, including inspection records, accident reports, and daily paperwork.
Ability to read and understand simple correspondence and instructions, including company policies and procedures.
Ability to use common-sense reasoning to follow uncomplicated written or oral instructions and solve general problems.
Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision.
Ability to perform the listed physical activities, meet the stated visual requirements, lift and move required weights, and work in usually loud conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate a roll-off truck and ancillary equipment to collect waste.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, 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 established by management.
Operate the truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to avoid driver-induced mechanical failures.
Follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, and applicable federal, state/provincial, local, company, and customer-specific rules for safety and vehicle operation.
Communicate potential hazards in serving or picking up a container to the Supervisor or Lead before performing the task.
Keep the vehicle clean, including cleaning the cab interior and vehicle exterior.
Immediately report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers or the public, including while in uniform.
Wear required personal protective equipment at all times, such as gloves, a reflective vest, safety glasses, and work boots.
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Work with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.