CDL Residential Driver

CDL Residential DriverAs a CDL Residential Driver, you are the face of GFL on the front lines! You'll be operating side-load or rear-load trucks to collect solid waste and recyclables along assigned residential routes. This is a dynamic, active, hands-on driving position where safety, customer service, and efficiency come together.Why Join GFL? (Benefits & Perks)We reward hard work with comprehensive benefits to keep you and your family healthy and secure:Competitive Pay: Reliable compensation with overtime opportunities.Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage options.Financial Security: 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and Company-paid Life Insurance.Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holiday pay.Gear Provided: Complete Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplied to keep you safe on the job.Career Growth: Hands-on training, career advancement opportunities, and a strong safety-first culture.What You'll Do:Drive & Collect: Safely navigate residential routes, operating side-load and rear-load trucks, hydraulic systems, and trash compaction equipment.Master the Route: Efficiently collect curbside waste, yard waste, and recyclables while maintaining neighborhood route quality standards.Safety First: Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections daily, report mechanical issues promptly, and follow all safety protocols.Customer Champion: Deliver courteous, professional service to the community and help tag or identify prohibited waste items when necessary.Team Leadership: Manage route helpers (when applicable) and work closely with supervisors to continuously improve route efficiency.What You BringDriver's License: Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required.Experience: Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience OR a completed CDL school certificate.Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 25–50 lbs regularly (and occasionally up to 100 lbs), maneuver in and out of minimum clearance spaces, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.Mindset: Strong safety focus, dependable work ethic, and a positive, team-oriented attitude.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, national origin, 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 View email address on click.appcast.io. 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.