Front End Driver

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station landfill or drop-off location.

Key Responsibilities :

Drive commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to mechanically collect solid waste and take to post-collection facilities

Open container enclosures or gates to access cans. As needed roll 3-4-yard cans on castors into position for dumping

Perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections; complete and submit a vehicle condition report at the end of the shift

Courteously interacts with customers and / or the general public along the route to answer questions or respond to requests; Notify supervisor of issues requiring management action

Clean loose trash off of truck and / or ground around truck and container that spills during dumping process to maintain clean customer site and safety along roads and highways

Maintains and submits a logbook daily route / productivity sheet and vehicle condition report (post-trip inspection sheet) as required by law or company policy

Maneuver truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces using mirrors to back up

Uses a key map and GPS to locate service addresses

Follows safe operating practices including lock out / tag out procedures to ensure proper operation of the truck

Monitors operations to detect loose debris using mirrors or direct sight and / or listening for debris falling onto truck during dumping operation; visually scans customer site before and after dumping

Requirements :

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

Must have a vaild Commerical Drivers License

Minimum one (1) year of driver experience as Front End Driver.

Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Knowledge Skills and Abilities :

Knowledge of the truck and its components and the basic maintenance Requirements : for safe operation

Ability to control operations of equipment; maneuvering truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces using mirrors to back distances of approximately 120 feet or more

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 as well as the commitment to seek 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 (for example : two arms two legs or one leg and one arm) while sitting or standing

Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures

Physical / Mental Demands :

Ability to stand walk use hands and fingers reach stoop kneel crouch crawl talk hear climb balance and smell.

Visual Requirements : include close vision distance vision color vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.

Ability to regularly lift / move up to 10 pounds frequently lift / move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift / move up to 100 pounds.

Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.

Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

Working Conditions :

Frequently exposed to loud noise humidity rainy / stormy extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending on season) moving mechanical parts vibration toxic and caustic chemicals fumes and airborne particles

Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time.

Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.

Occasionally work in high precarious places.

Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly.

Work environment is usually loud.

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

Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorship for this position. Valid work authorization in the country where the job is located is 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.

This hiring process may utilize machine-based systems to assist in screening and assessing applicants. Final selection decisions are made by our recruitment team.

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Bootstrap,CSS,Front-End Development,HTML5,React,Redux,Node.js,Angular,Less,JavaScript,backbone.js,Sass

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1