Helper

GFL Environmental Inc. • Jacksonville, NC

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Helper will safely assist drivers and other employees in the collection of solid waste materials from a residential truck. At GFL, the goal is to invest in people and provide opportunities to grow for life. Employees are known as team green, uniting under the shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE! GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day. GFL believes in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting employees with their life ambitions, creating jobs that bring people along. Growth isn’t just for the business—it’s for the people, seeing the potential in all employees to do whatever they set their mind to, and supporting them in that journey. GFL considers employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career and life they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core, Team Green is united by a shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable customers and communities to be Green For Life. Working for GFL is an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of the organization, central to the company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

Requirements

• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
• Ability to read, write, and communicate with others.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision
• Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.
• One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training desired, but not required.
• Valid driver’s license preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Collect solid waste/recyclable materials from customer premises and/or from the curbside if applicable.
• Load solid waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle
• Sort recyclables and deposit materials into the appropriate compartments in collection truck if applicable.
• Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing the driver in backing up the vehicle and in close space maneuvering.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash/materials into vehicle.
• Audit waste collection vehicle for proper equipment prior to leaving branch (i.e., broom, shovel, etc.).
• Report all customer related problems to driver immediately
• Identify, tag and notify driver of prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• Maintain predetermined route quality standards.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.)
• 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.)
• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties.
• Assist driver in keeping interior cab and exterior of vehicle clean.
• Assist when necessary in sorting, cleaning carts, cleaning warehouse, stacking pallets/gaylords, placement of cans in roll-off container, operation of cardboard compactor.
• Attend safety and branch meetings.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Benefits

• 15 days of paid time off
• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
• Medical, 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: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees