End Dump Driver

GFL Environmental Inc. • Sugar Land, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The End Dump Driver operates industrial-grade vehicles and their control panels and special functions in accordance with operating procedures and safety precautions. The role transports and delivers materials to specified sites or locations. At GFL Environmental, the driver operates assigned trucks and equipment to collect or deliver waste and containers, completes required inspections and route documentation, maintains vehicle and route standards, and follows applicable safety and operating requirements. The role involves working outdoors and on routes away from the branch, with frequent exposure to traffic, noise, weather, mechanical equipment, and other conditions described below.

Requirements

• Possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Have a satisfactory driving record.
• Pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Pass GFL Environmental’s written and road-test evaluation.
• Be able to operate vehicles or equipment necessary to perform the job.
• Be able to communicate verbally and in writing, perform basic mathematical calculations, write simple reports and correspondence, and read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions.
• Be able to use common-sense reasoning to follow basic written or oral instructions and solve general problems.
• Be able to follow instructions and work under limited supervision.
• Have skill and experience backing up a trailer.
• Have knowledge of air brakes on a tractor trailer.
• Be able to drive a vehicle carrying up to 80,000 pounds or 40 tons.
• Meet the listed physical and visual demands, including regularly lifting or moving up to 25 pounds, frequently up to 50 pounds, occasionally up to 100 pounds, and occasionally pushing or moving up to 300 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED is desired.
• One year of satisfactory driving experience in Class A or B vehicles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the truck and onboard hydraulic systems on assigned routes to collect solid and/or liquid waste.
• Ensure waste is fully emptied when dumping a load and provide the appropriate administrator with each work order after dumping and the net weight.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other documentation requested by the supervisor.
• Immediately report vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor.
• Maintain route quality standards set by management.
• Operate trucks and equipment using prescribed techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Follow safety standards, equipment checks, and precautions, and comply with applicable vehicle-operation and safety rules.
• Keep the vehicle clean, including the cab interior and vehicle exterior.
• Follow applicable laws, regulations, company policies, procedures, and supervisor directives.
• Wear required personal protective equipment, including gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, and work boots.
• Immediately report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
• Respond to spills using prescribed techniques to limit environmental damage and potential company liability.
• Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers or the public.
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• Work with a supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
• Operate a container delivery truck and onboard hydraulic systems to deliver and remove solid-waste dumpster containers.
• Keep yard inventory orderly.
• Position containers at customer locations to minimize or eliminate potential hazards.
• Cover containers without lids during transport.
• May be required to work overtime.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off.
• Four medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match program.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED