Hazardous Waste Driver

About Us

GFL Environmental Services provides sustainable environmental solutions through a strategic footprint across Canada and the United States. Our success centers around a dedication to teamwork, collaboration, and creating innovative solutions that support a more sustainable future. We believe that, by providing safe, reliable, and cost-effective solutions, we encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.

Sustainability has been core to our work since day one. We invest in technologies and practices that give our customers alternatives to traditional waste services, helping them meet their environmental goals while we work toward a circular economy.

Our Safe For Life culture ensures the tools, training, and standards are in place to keep our teams protected and prepared every step of the way.

Position Summary

The Class 3 Driver will be relied upon to visit various client sites to collect and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. As a professional driver with a safe driving record, you will utilize TDG knowledge and experience to assist with labeling containers and preparing transport documentation. The chosen individual will perform this diverse range of activities with a focus on safety, professionalism, and teamwork.

Key Accountabilities

• Safely operate all required equipment. 
• Professionally represent GFL on all client sites and look for ways to expand services.
• Ensure all assigned equipment is properly loaded and maintained.
• Keep accurate drivers’ logs as required to document mileage, hours and material hauled.
• Communicate effectively with a team of qualified professionals. 
• Participate in safety meetings, last minute risk assessments and job hazard assessments.
• Identify and classify all types of hazardous waste.
• Handle drum dollies and pallet jacks for transportation and loading of materials.
• Other duties as required. 

Requirements

• Valid Class 3 Driver’s License (Automatic) with Air Brakes and a clean Commercial Driving Abstract; Valid Class 1 Driver's License with Air Brakes is an asset.
• Overnight stays as required and LOA provided. 
• Comfortable and able to complete manual paperwork.
• Ability to use computer and mobile applications.
• Manual dexterity and the ability to lift over 50 lbs.
• Valid safety tickets such as First Aid/CPR, Construction Safety Training (CSTS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and H2S Alive are considered an asset but in-house training will be provided.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• Ability to work safely and independently.
• High level of personal integrity.
• Strong work ethic.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift 50+ lbs. required.

GFL Benefits

• Competitive wages.
• RRSP company matching program
• Industry leading health, dental, vision and mental health benefits.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Parental leave (where applicable)
• Employee assistance programs
• Disability coverage 
• Paid training and development opportunities.
• A supportive work environment that fosters professional growth and development.

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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 [email protected]

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.