Experienced Grapple Truck Driver

GFL Environmental Inc. • Ocala, FL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

The position involves safely operating a boom truck and ancillary equipment on an assigned route to service customers by delivering and removing solid waste containers in a safe and efficient manner. The collected solid waste is then delivered to a disposal site. At GFL, the company values its people and aims to create great careers, make a positive environmental impact, and support employees' life ambitions. GFL believes in growth for its business and its people, helping employees advance in their jobs, learn new skills, form lasting relationships, or mentor others, while also having time for other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability as core values, employees form "Team Green" to provide environmental solutions and enable communities to be Green For Life. Working for GFL is seen as an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously, focusing on the long-term picture.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• Must Possess a Commercial Driver's License.
• Minimum one (1) years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.
• Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform job.
• Ability to communicate in writing and verbally with others.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply to job.
• Ability to write simple reports and correspondence such as pre- and post-trip inspections, accident reports, daily paperwork, etc.
• Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions such as company policies and procedures, etc.
• Ability to apply common sense reasoning to carry out uninvolved written and/or oral instructions and to solve general problems.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate boom truck and operate on-board hydraulic systems to deliver and remove solid waste dumpster containers.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
• Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
• Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
• Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
• Must keep inventory on yard in an orderly manner.
• Position containers at customer location to ensure potential hazards are minimized or eliminated.
• Ensure containers without lids are covered during transport.
• Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.).
• Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform).
• Maintain accurate records of services performed.
• May work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• May be required to work overtime.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Benefits

• Great careers
• Making a positive impact on the environment
• Supporting people with their life ambitions
• Growth opportunities (advancing in job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, mentoring others)
• Time to pursue other life ambitions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees