CDL - Residential Automated Driver
CDL - Residential Automated Driver
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Job Description
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!
- 15 days of paid time off
- 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program dental and vision coverage.
- 401(k) with an employer match
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
Overview:
GFL Environmental is one of North Americas leading waste management companies proudly making communities cleaner safer and happier through firstclass service. Working for GFL is more than a job its an opportunity to grow in your career make new friends and make a difference each day.
Key Responsibilities:
Drives an automatedside load truck along designated routes to collect waste and take to postcollection facilities
As route conditions require driver will assist helper(s) in loading solid waste into truck hopper
Utilize helpers while backing up according to Company policy
Ensures company employees and thirdparty helpers adhere to Company policies procedures safety compliance and quality standards while on designated route
Operates mechanical packer to load and compact trash from hopper into the truck body
Performs daily pre and posttrip inspections; completes and submits the 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
Cleans waste from the packer blade and truck body on each landfill and/or transfer station run; this ensures that equipment operations will continue safely and productively
Maintains and submits a DOT logbook daily route/productivity sheet and vehicle condition report (posttrip 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
Adherence to all DOT OSHA FMCSA and EPA regulations and standards
Performs other jobrelated duties as assigned
Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired
Possess valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or B
Must be at least 21 years of age
Minimum one 1 years of commercial driving experience OR CDL school certificate
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 may be required up to 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
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We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
