Helper

The Helper

The Helper will safely assist drivers and other employees in the collection of solid waste materials from a residential truck. 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!

Overview:

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.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect solid waste/recyclable materials from customer premises and/or from the curbside if applicable.
• Load solid waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.
• Sort recyclables and deposit materials into the appropriate compartments in collection truck if applicable.
• Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing the driver in backing up the vehicle and in close space maneuvering.
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash/materials into vehicle.
• Audit waste collection vehicle for proper equipment prior to leaving branch (i.e., broom, shovel, etc.).
• Report all customer related problems to driver immediately.
• Identify, tag and notify driver of prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can.
• Follow all safety 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.
• Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
• Maintain predetermined route quality standards.
• Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.).
• 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.).
• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties.
• Assist driver in keeping interior cab and exterior of vehicle clean.
• Assist when necessary in sorting, cleaning carts, cleaning warehouse, stacking pallets/gaylords, placement of cans in roll-off container, operation of cardboard compactor.
• 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, but not required.
• One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training desired, but not required.
• Valid driver's license preferred, but not required.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to read, write, and communicate with others. Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision. Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job.

Physical/Mental Demands:

Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift in an outdoor environment 90% of the time. Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, climb and balance. Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Ability to manually lift/move up to 65 pounds regularly. Ability to manually push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another employee.

Working Conditions:

Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending upon season), moving mechanical parts, vibrations, 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 normally loud.