Roll Off CDL Driver

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!

• Safe Operations: Operate roll-off truck and ancillary equipment to collect waste using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.

• Inspections & Reporting: Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections, truck reports, route sheets, and other required documentation. Immediately communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor.

• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety standards, equipment checks, and precautions. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local, and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.

• Hazard Communication: Identify and communicate any potential hazards in serving/picking up containers to the Supervisor/Lead prior to performing tasks.

• Professional Demeanor: Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance at all times when meeting customers and the general public while on route or in uniform.

• Equipment & Maintenance: Ensure all required personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn at all times (gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.). Maintain a clean vehicle cab interior and exterior.

• Collaboration: Work closely with supervisors to improve routing efficiencies and attend all mandatory safety and branch meetings.

• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.

• License: Possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of commercial driving experience OR a CDL school certificate.

• Qualifications: Must meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards and demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.

• Ability to operate any vehicle or equipment necessary to perform the job.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills to interface with teams and complete simple paperwork (accident reports, pre/post-trip logs).

• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

• Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to carry out written or oral instructions and solve general problems under limited supervision.

• Physical Effort: Frequently required to sit (up to 75% of the time due to driving), stand, walk, climb, balance, bend, and crouch. Must be able to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently up to 25 pounds, and occasionally up to 100 pounds.

• Vision: Excellent close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception required for constant maneuvering in tight, high-traffic areas.

• Environment: Work in an outdoor environment up to 100% of the time, exposed to loud noise, vibrations, traffic conditions, and extreme weather (hot, cold, rain, storms). Occasionally work in high, precarious places.

We believe in taking care of our drivers. When you join GFL, you will enjoy:

• Time Off: 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus Paid Holidays.

• Healthcare Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.

• Medical Choices: 4 medical plan options, including a Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution & match program.

• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with an employer match to help secure your future.

• Well-being Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free, confidential counseling services.

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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
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.