Residential Driver

GFL Environmental•Halifax, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Residential Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services to customers. The role collects solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transports them to post-collection facilities. The driver operates and maintains a residential/recycling collection truck and its equipment, completes required inspections and records, follows safety and vehicle-operation requirements, and provides professional service to customers and the public. The position works primarily outdoors on routes away from the branch and may require overtime.

Requirements

Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
At least one year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
Must meet relevant company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Must demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate its equipment.
Knowledge of the truck, its components, and basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.
Ability to control equipment operations and maneuver a truck into minimum-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 comprehend associated documents and maps.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Flexibility to accept and adapt to change and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to exert muscle 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 perform the listed physical activities and meet the visual requirements of the role.
Ability to work in usually loud conditions and outdoors, including in traffic and variable weather.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

Responsibilities

Operate a residential/recycling collection side-load and/or rear-load truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic systems on assigned routes.
Load solid waste, yard waste, and/or recyclables into the collection vehicle and operate equipment to compact waste.
Use prescribed operating techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures.
Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, truck reports, route sheets, and other requested documentation.
Immediately report vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor, and report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
Maintain route quality standards and follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, laws, regulations, and company policies.
Keep the vehicle clean, including its cab interior and 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 at all times.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers and the public.
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Maintain inventory of containers, residential carts, and spare parts, and recommend additional purchases to the supervisor.
Work with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.