Rear Load Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.•Nolanville, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Commercial Rear/Side Load Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services to commercial customers. The driver collects solid waste or recyclables from commercial buildings and transports them to post-collection facilities. The role involves operating a commercial waste or recycling collection vehicle, including side-load and/or rear-load trucks and associated equipment, along a specified route. Drivers follow safety requirements, maintain accurate service and vehicle records, communicate mechanical issues, and work with supervisors to maintain route quality and improve routing efficiency. The job is primarily outdoors and involves working in traffic and exposure to varied weather, noise, mechanical equipment, and other environmental conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired.
Must possess a Class 3 Commercial Driver's License.
At least one year of commercial driving experience.
Must meet company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.
Knowledge of the truck, its components, and basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.
Ability to control equipment operations and maneuver the truck into tight-clearance spaces, including backing approximately 120 feet or more using mirrors.
Ability to recognize unacceptable waste, such as gasoline or other flammable materials.
Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external customers.
Ability to read, write, and understand associated documents and maps, and follow oral and written instructions.
Flexibility to adapt to change and commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to exert force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques.
Ability to coordinate two or more limbs while sitting or standing.
Ability to follow company safety policies and procedures.
Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds.
Ability to sit for up to 75% of the time due to driving duties.
Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate a commercial waste or recycling collection vehicle, side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic systems on specified routes.
Load solid waste or recyclables into the rear or side of the collection vehicle and operate the truck equipment to compact the material.
Operate the truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other requested documentation.
Immediately communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor.
Maintain route quality standards set by management.
Follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, and applicable federal, provincial, local, and company rules and policies.
Keep the vehicle clean, including the cab interior and vehicle exterior.
Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from waste carts or cans.
Manage assigned helpers, if applicable.
Wear required personal protective equipment and uniform at all times.
Immediately report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers or the public.
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Work with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Work overtime when required and perform other duties or responsibilities as requested by management.