Commercial Rear Load Driver

The Commercial Rear/Side Load Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to commercial customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables from commercial buildings, and transporting to post-collection facilities.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Operate side-load or rear-load collection trucks and related hydraulic equipment to pick up solid waste and recyclables.

• Load refuse and recyclables into vehicle and operate compacting mechanisms.

• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections; complete reports and logbooks daily.

• Report any mechanical issues or safety concerns immediately.

• Identify and properly handle prohibited waste items.

• Maintain clean vehicle interior and exterior.

• Adhere to all federal, provincial, and local laws and company policies, including PPE and uniform requirements.

• Interact professionally with customers and the public.

• Supervise and support assigned helpers as needed.

• Improve route efficiencies in collaboration with supervisors.

• Attend safety meetings and training sessions; work overtime when required.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).

• Valid Class 3 Commercial Driver’s License.

• Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience.

• Ability to safely operate waste collection trucks and related equipment.

• Meets criteria for safety-sensitive job functions per company policies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies

• Strong knowledge of truck systems, equipment operation, and basic maintenance.

• Skilled at operating trucks in tight or high-traffic areas using mirrors and spatial awareness.

• Ability to recognize and safely manage hazardous or unacceptable waste.

• Proficient in reading route maps, service documentation, and safety instructions.

• Effective communication with coworkers, supervisors, and customers.

• Physically capable of repetitive lifting (up to 50 lbs) and extended driving periods.

• Adaptable and open to continuous improvement and operational changes.

• Follows all safety protocols and company guidelines.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Requires frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, reaching, and use of hands.

• Regular lifting of up to 50 lbs; occasional lifting of up to 100 lbs.

• May sit for extended periods (up to 75%) while operating a vehicle.

• Visual and auditory acuity required for safe vehicle operation.

• Work is typically loud and may include exposure to dust, fumes, chemicals, and varying weather conditions.

Working Conditions

• Outdoor work environment 100% of the time, including exposure to:

  • Loud noise

  • Rain, snow, extreme heat or cold

  • Dust, fumes, vibration, and moving mechanical parts

• Continuous operation in motor vehicle traffic environments.

• Occasional work in elevated or awkward positions.

Join a team that keeps communities clean, safe, and sustainable. Competitive wages, training, and advancement opportunities available.

 

We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

GFL is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply for a posted position, please contact myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com