CDL-Residential Driver

GFL Environmental
Wilmington, NC

The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely efficiently and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities.

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

  • Medical 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 first-class 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:
Operate a residential / recycling collection side-load and/or rear-load truck ancillary equipment and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.
Load solid waste yard waste and/or recyclables into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
Operate equipment on truck to compact trash into vehicle.
Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports daily truck report route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal state/provincial local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable.
Conform in all respects with applicable federal state/provincial and local laws regulations ordinances and other orders and to all company policies procedures and directives from supervisors.
Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e. gloves reflective vest safety glasses work boots etc.)
Report all accidents or incidents to supervisor(s) immediately
Exhibit a professional demeanor manner and appearance at all times (i.e. meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)
Maintain accurate records of services performed.
Maintain inventory of all container and residential carts and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional containers carts and spare parts to supervisor.
Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
May be required to work overtime
Attend safety and branch meetings.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.

Requirements:
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
Must possess a Commercial Drivers License
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.

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

Posted 2025-11-19

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