CDL Residential Driver

Residential Driver — Join Team Green! 🚛💨

About GFL Environmental

GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as Team Green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

 

What You’ll Do (The Fun Stuff & The Fundamentals)

As a Residential Driver, you’re the friendly face of GFL and the driving force behind keeping our local neighborhoods clean, green, and running smoothly. You won't just be driving a truck; you’ll be steering sustainable change every single day!

• Master the Machine: Safely operate high-powered residential, side-load, and rear-load collection trucks, along with precision hydraulic systems.

• Be the Neighborhood Hero: Collect solid waste and recyclables along curbside and backdoor routes with efficiency, care, and a friendly wave to the community.

• Keep It Smooth & Safe: Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections, keeping your rig in top-notch shape and working closely with our maintenance team.

• Lead by Example: Guide your helper (when applicable), keep cab and vehicle interiors clean, and ensure all safety gear and precautions are on point.

• Problem Solve on the Go: Spot and tag prohibited materials, keep accurate daily route sheets, and collaborate with supervisors to find smarter, faster routing methods.

What You Bring to the Team

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL): Minimum of 1 year of commercial driving experience or a CDL school certificate.

• Safety First Mindset: Ability to meet company safety criteria, perform basic maintenance checks, and maneuver large equipment in tight neighborhood spaces (including precision backing up to 120+ feet).

• Physical Fitness & Drive: Capability to handle the physical demands of the job (lifting up to 50 lbs repetitively and occasionally up to 100 lbs) while working comfortably in outdoor conditions.

• Team Spirit: A positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a desire to deliver exceptional customer service every day.

Perks & Benefits — Why You'll Love Being Part of Team Green

We believe in taking care of the people who keep our communities running. Here is what we offer:

• 15 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO) to relax and recharge.

• 4 Medical Plan Options, including an HSA option with employer contributions & matching.

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Top-tier Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.

• 401(k) Retirement Savings with generous employer matching.

• Paid Holidays so you can spend quality time with loved ones.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Free, confidential counseling services and support for you and your family.

• Career Growth: Lifelong learning, internal promotion opportunities, and skills development.

Ready to roll with us? Apply today and become a key part of Team Green!

 

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 [email protected]

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