CDL Driver- Front End

Smyrna, GA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and 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.

Why Join GFL At GFL Environmental we arent just a waste management company; we are a team of All-Stars dedicated to keeping our communities clean and safe. We offer stable local routes that get you home daily modern equipment and a clear path for career growth. If you are a safety-minded driver with a get it done attitude you belong in green.

Key Responsibilities:

Safe Operations: Navigate commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to collect solid waste and transport it to post-collection facilities.
Precision Driving: Masterfully maneuver trucks in tight minimum-clearance spaces and high-traffic areas utilizing mirrors and advanced spatial awareness.
Customer Excellence: Act as the face of GFL. Courteously interact with the public answer questions and maintain a clean customer site by clearing loose debris around containers.
Daily Maintenance: Conduct thorough pre- and post-trip inspections. Maintain accurate electronic logs and vehicle condition reports to ensure your rig is always GFL Ready.
Safety Leadership: Strictly follow all safety standards including Lock Out/Tag Out (LOTO) procedures. Visually scan sites before and after dumping to ensure the safety of pedestrians and property.
Physical Agility: Open enclosure gates and when necessary roll 3-4 yard containers on castors into position for dumping.

Requirements:

Licensure: Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class A or B.
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR a certificate from an accredited CDL school.
Compliance: Ability to meet all DOT and Company criteria for safety-sensitive functions.
Skill Set: Proven ability to safely operate heavy equipment and navigate via key maps and GPS.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

Mechanical Aptitude: Basic knowledge of truck components and preventative maintenance requirements.
Waste Identification: Ability to recognize and report unacceptable waste (flammables hazardous materials etc.).
Communication: Strong ability to read write and follow oral/written instructions while communicating effectively with dispatch and customers.
Physical Power: Ability to exert muscle force to lift push pull or carry objects up to 50 lbs. repetitively.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

The Daily Grind: Work in a high-energy outdoor environment 100% of the time regardless of weather (heat rain cold).
Physicality: Frequent climbing in and out of the cab opening heavy corral doors and occasionally climbing to the top of the truck to ensure loads are secure.
The Environment: Exposure to loud noise moving mechanical parts and motor vehicle traffic. Youll be sitting approximately 75% of the shift while driving with the remaining 25% involving high-activity site work.

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 sponsorshipfor 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.

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