Roll-Off Driver

GFL Environmental•Morristown, TN

About The Position

The Roll-Off Driver safely, efficiently, and courteously provides waste removal services across multiple lines of business. The driver collects waste from customer sites and transports it to post-collection facilities for proper disposal. The role involves operating a roll-off truck and related equipment, completing route and safety documentation, maintaining vehicle and route quality, and following applicable safety, vehicle-operation, and customer-specific rules. The driver works on routes away from the branch throughout the day, primarily in an outdoor environment and in motor vehicle traffic.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED desired.
Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
At least one year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.
Meet relevant company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate its equipment.
Ability to operate vehicles or equipment necessary to perform the job.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing.
Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply them to the job.
Ability to write simple reports and correspondence, including inspection records, accident reports, and daily paperwork.
Ability to read and comprehend simple correspondence and instructions, including company policies and procedures.
Ability to use common-sense reasoning to follow simple written or oral instructions and solve general problems.
Ability to follow instructions and work under limited supervision.
Ability to perform the physical activities required, including sitting, standing, walking, using hands and fingers, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, and smelling.
Visual ability including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
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 work in usually loud conditions.

Responsibilities

Operate a roll-off truck and ancillary equipment to collect waste.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other documentation requested by the supervisor.
Immediately communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor.
Maintain route quality standards as determined by management.
Operate the truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to avoid driver-induced mechanical failures.
Follow safety standards, equipment checks, precautions, and applicable federal, state/provincial, local, company, and customer-specific safety and vehicle-operation rules.
Notify the Supervisor or Lead of potential hazards when serving or picking up a container before performing the task.
Keep the vehicle clean, including the cab interior and vehicle exterior.
Immediately report accidents or incidents to supervisors.
Maintain a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance when interacting with customers or the public, including while in uniform.
Wear required personal protective equipment at all times, such as gloves, a reflective vest, safety glasses, and work boots.
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Work with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Work overtime when required.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.