CDL Residential Driver

GFL Environmental Inc.•Fredericksburg, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

GFL Environmental is a leading waste management company focused on making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working at GFL offers opportunities for long-term career building, strong relationships, and making a difference daily. The company invests in its people and provides opportunities for growth. Employees are known as Team Green, united by a shared purpose of delivering sustainable solutions to help customers and communities be Green For Life.

Requirements

Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience or completion of a CDL training program.
Ability to safely operate collection vehicles and associated equipment.
Must meet all safety-sensitive job requirements.
Ability to maneuver large vehicles in tight spaces and heavy traffic.
Ability to identify unacceptable or prohibited waste materials.
Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers.
Ability to read, write, and follow maps, instructions, and route documents.
Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.
Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs repetitively using proper lifting techniques.
Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is required.
Successful candidates will be required to provide valid documentation confirming their eligibility to work in the country where the job is located prior to their start date.

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

Safely operate residential and recycling collection vehicles and hydraulic equipment on assigned routes.
Load solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables into collection vehicles.
Operate compaction equipment to ensure efficient vehicle loading.
Use proper driving techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, Safety Lane reports, daily route documentation, and other required records.
Immediately report mechanical issues, accidents, or incidents to supervisors.
Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety policies and procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
Maintain route quality standards and provide professional service to customers and the public.
Identify and tag prohibited waste items according to company guidelines.
Maintain a clean vehicle, including cab interior and exterior.
Work closely with supervisors to improve routing efficiency.
Manage assigned helper(s), if applicable.
Attend safety meetings, branch meetings, and training sessions.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Be flexible to work overtime as required.