Non CDL Driver

Job Title: Driver

The Driver will operate a small cube truck or other ancillary equipment on assigned route to service customers by safely delivering and removing residential roll-out carts to old and new customers within productivity guidelines established by management.

Job Description

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! 15 days of paid time off 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program Medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) with an employer match Paid holidays Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.

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.

Position Overview & Compensation:

• Starting Pay Rate: $21.63 per hour
• Schedule: Monday Friday, early morning start.
• Overtime: Weekly overtime (OT) opportunities are regularly available.
• Location Note: This position is based/housed out of our Tavares, FL facility, but the role is actively servicing and posted in the Orlando, FL market.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drives a pickup truck with a trailer or ancillary equipment along designated routes to deliver, swap, or retrieve carts.
• Delivers carts to residential locations at curbside or back door safely and efficiently.
• Inspects carts and evaluates customer sites to ensure locations are safe for proper servicing per Company standards and service agreements.
• Performs daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections; completes and submits a vehicle condition report at the end of every shift.
• Loads and unloads carts to and from trailers manually or by using a forklift.
• Courteously interacts with customers and/or the general public along the route to answer questions or respond to requests.
• Cleans loose trash off of the truck and/or ground around the vehicle to maintain a clean customer site and safety along roads and highways.
• Maintains and submits logbooks, daily route/productivity sheets, and vehicle condition reports as required by law or company policy.
• Maneuvers trucks into and out of minimum clearance spaces, confidently using mirrors to back up distances of 120 feet or more.
• Uses key maps and GPS to navigate to service addresses efficiently.

Requirements:

• Experience: Proven experience with commercial driving (e.g., operating box trucks, cube trucks, or driving with utility trailers).
• Education: High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
• License/Record: Valid Driver's License with a satisfactory, clean driving record.
• CDL Option: Possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a plus but not required.
• Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards.
• Must demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate all attached equipment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of truck components and basic maintenance requirements for safe operation.
• Exceptional maneuvering skills, including backing up trailers and navigating tight spaces.
• Ability to recognize unacceptable waste materials (such as gasoline or other flammable materials).
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with internal teams and external customers.
• Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques.
• Flexibility to accept and adapt to route changes and a commitment to safety.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions:

• Ability to stand, walk, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and climb throughout the shift.
• Sitting is required approximately 75% of the time due to the primary driving function.
• Routinely exposed to outdoor weather conditions (heat, rain, cold) up to 100% of the working day.
• Work environment involves moving mechanical parts, vehicle traffic conditions, and is usually loud.

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 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.