Roll-Off Driver

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary:

Travel Required: Yes, Regional, no overnights

Status:Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:Monday to Friday 10-12 hour shifts, alternating Saturday, early morning starts 6:00 am

About YORK1:

YORK1 is a leader in environmental and industrial services, providing sustainable waste management solutions across Ontario. With a growing fleet and a strong presence in the region, we are committed to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly wage based upon experience
• Health and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Annual Safety Boot Allowance
• Paid training and development opportunities
• Steady year-round work

Position Overview:

• As a Roll-Off Driver, your primary responsibility is the safe and efficient operation of roll-off trucks to transport waste and recycling containers.
• You are expected to comply with all traffic laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements while maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• This position requires a commitment to safety, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills.
  
  

Key Responsibilities

• Operate roll-off trucks safely while adhering to traffic laws and company policies.
• Maintain a strong focus on customer service, ensuring timely and professional deliveries and pickups.
• Communicate with customers to confirm container placement or removal according to their requests.
• Follow designated routes and schedules provided by Dispatch.
• Ensure all required documentation (registration, insurance, CVOR) is current and compliant.
• Conduct thorough daily pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment is safe and meets regulatory requirements.
• Identify and report any defects to the maintenance team.
• Ensure all necessary safety equipment is present and functional in the truck.
• Comply with Hours of Service (HOS) regulations and maintain electronic logs.
• Secure and tarp loads as required to prevent debris from escaping during transport.
• Maintain a clean and organized truck to ensure a safe and professional work environment.
• Maintain regular communication with dispatch for scheduling, route updates, and instructions.
• Report any delays, route changes, or safety concerns promptly.
• Preference will be given to candidates with roll-off experience, but candidates with at least three years of flatbed experience are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Qualifications

• Valid DZ drivers license with a minimum of 3 years clean commercial driving experience.
• Competent in driving manual (stick shift) trucks.
• Strong knowledge of traffic laws, Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, and safety procedures.
• Experience operating roll-off trucks, mini roll-off trucks, or flatbed trucks; willingness to train candidates with transferable experience.
• Ability to conduct daily pre-trip inspections, identify defects, and report maintenance issues.
• Skilled in securing and tarping loads to prevent debris from escaping during transport.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills, able to coordinate with dispatch and clients professionally.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, adapting to changing schedules and routes.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements and company policies.
• Commitment to safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement in all work tasks.

Why Work with YORK1?

Our employees are essential in helping us achieve our mission of providing exceptional service and innovative solutions through our infrastructure and environmental services to some of Ontario's largest commercial and residential projects. They are the foundation of our success and represent our greatest strength. We focus on investing in our employees through career development and are building a culture of success that you can be a part of.

YORK1 is pleased to accommodate individual needs in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA), throughout our recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact Human Resources or the hiring manager.

YORK1 is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.

We thank everyone who applies; however, only the most qualified applicants will be contacted.