Driver - Class 1

GFL Environmental is looking for a Driver- Class 1 to join our Cranbrook, BC team!

Drivers - Class 1 operate 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 ideal candidate is seeking an opportunity to work in an innovative environment working and will thrive in a positive, team oriented and supportive culture.

Why Join TEAM GREEN

- Excellent Health, Vision, and Dental benefits

- Life Insurance

- RRSP contributions

Key Responsibilities:

- Drive commercial frontload or ancillary equipment along designated routes to mechanically collect solid waste and take to post-collection facilities

- 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

- Clean loose trash off of truck and/or ground around truck and container that spills during dumping process to maintain clean customer site and safety along roads and highways

- Maneuver truck into and out of minimum clearance spaces, using mirrors to back up

- 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

Requirements:

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

- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

- 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 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

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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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com