- Location
- 160 Hughes Drive, Traverse City, MI, United States of America
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Transportation
- Education
- High School
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- Workday
Description
In this role, you aren't just driving—you are the face of GFL and an essential part of keeping our local communities clean, safe, and sustainable. You’ll operate a variety of equipment, collect liquid and solid hazardous/non-hazardous wastes from customer sites, and build strong relationships with our local clients.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, love working independently while having a supportive team behind you, and enjoy staying active on the job, we want to hear from you!
🌟 Key Responsibilities
- Hit the Road: Safely load, transport, and unload a variety of hazardous and non-hazardous materials across assigned local routes in a timely manner.
- Versatile Operations: Drive and operate a range of equipment including Box Trucks, Vacuum Trucks, Hydrovacs, Van Trailers, Roll-offs, Pick-up trucks, forklifts, and utility trailers.
- Hands-on Support: Assist plant operations on shift schedules, including power washing and high-pressure water blasting as needed.
- Customer Champion: Speak directly with customers, ensure top-tier service satisfaction, and maintain open daily communication with your supervisor and dispatch team.
- Safety & Compliance: Complete pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain precise government and transport paperwork, and strictly follow safety regulations.
- Gear Maintenance: Keep assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles clean, organized, and ready for action.
🎯 What We’re Looking For
- License & Certification: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Education: Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Flexibility: Comfortable with shift work, regular hours (40 hrs/week scheduled), overtime, and weekend work subject to government driving regulations.
- Skills & Mindset:Solid mechanical aptitude and hands-on troubleshooting skills.Strong work ethic and physical capability to load/unload equipment.Calm, professional, and mature demeanor under pressure.Ability to excel in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
💚 Why Drive with GFL?
- Local Routes: Stay local in the Traverse City area—get home to your family and lifestyle.
- Career Growth: Opportunities to operate specialized heavy equipment and advance within a rapidly growing global environmental services company.
- Competitive Pay & Benefits: Solid hourly compensation (Grade 9) with ample overtime opportunities.
- Great Team Culture: Work with a collaborative, tight-knit team that has your back every step of the way.
Ready to Roll?
If you have the drive, the license, and the dedication to deliver great service, hit Apply Now to start your career with GFL Environmental!
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.