Sideload Truck Driver (Class 3)

Job Title: Sideload Truck Driver (Class 3)

Location: Calgary, AB

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you ready to make a difference in the recycling and waste management industry?

At BluPlanet Recycling, we believe that every team member plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable future. As a recognized leader in Calgary, Alberta’s recycling and waste management industry, we are excited to expand our team of dedicated professionals who share our passion for exceptional service and sustainability. Here, you’ll find a supportive and dynamic workplace culture that not only values your commitment to clients but also empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the community.

If you’re eager to contribute to a greener tomorrow while thriving in a positive and collaborative environment, then we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

- Competitive Compensation: Starting rate at $26.50–$28.00/hour (negotiable based on experience)

- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, Health Spending Account (HSA), Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP), and Profit-sharing Program

- Work-Life Balance: Regular work week schedule and paid vacation days

- Other Perks: Gym membership reimbursement, performance incentives, and annual bonus

Position Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and safety-focused Sideload Truck Driver (Class 3) to join our collections team. This role is ideal for an experienced driver who is comfortable operating automated sideload trucks in residential and commercial environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for efficient route completion, safe vehicle operation, and maintaining high service standards while working in physically demanding conditions.

Key Responsibilities:

- Safely operate a Class 3 sideload collection truck on assigned residential and commercial routes.

- Collect waste and recycling containers using automated sideload equipment.

- Navigate tight spaces, alleyways, cul-de-sacs, and high-traffic areas with precision.

- Perform accurate backing and positioning maneuvers as required.

- Complete daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.

- Report mechanical issues, route concerns, site hazards, or service delays to operations.

- Use app-based routing and reporting tools for navigation and job documentation.

- Maintain cleanliness of the truck and surrounding customer areas.

- Assist with yard duties, shop support, or overflow routes when required.

- Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and provincial regulations.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

- Valid Class 3 driver’s license with Q (airbrake) endorsement.

- Minimum of 3 years of commercial driving experience in Class 3 vehicles, specifically in multi-stop routes.

- Clean commercial driver’s abstract.

- Strong physical ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 75 lbs.

- Basic knowledge of truck maintenance is an asset.

* Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change.

At BluPlanet Recycling, we are an inclusive and diverse team with an entrepreneurial spirit. Accountability, Safety, and Care are fundamental to our culture and our operations. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, to help us build a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work.

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. BluPlanet Recycling is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.