Front End Driver

The Front End Driver is a specialized position responsible for the mechanical collection of solid waste from commercial and industrial accounts. This role requires elite maneuvering skills to service tight enclosures and the physical stamina to manage heavy containers. You will operate high-capacity front-end loading equipment, interact directly with the public, and ensure 100% compliance with DOT and company safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Drive and operate commercial front-end loader or ancillary equipment along designated routes to collect and transport solid waste to post-collection facilities.

• Site Management: Manually open container enclosures or gates to access bins. Maneuver 3-to-4-yard containers on castors into position for dumping as required.

• Safety & Inspections: Perform rigorous daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DVIR). Document and submit vehicle condition reports at the end of every shift.

• Route Efficiency: Utilize key maps and GPS to navigate service addresses efficiently. Maintain a daily logbook and productivity sheets as required by law and company policy.

• Customer Service: Provide professional and courteous interaction with customers and the general public; notify supervisors of any service issues requiring management action.

• Site Cleanliness: Ensure customer sites remain clean by clearing any loose trash or debris spilled during the dumping process.

• Hazard Detection: Monitor operations via mirrors or direct sight to detect loose debris or falling objects. Identify and report "unacceptable waste" (flammables, hazardous liquids, etc.).

• Compliance: Follow all safe operating practices, including Lock Out/Tag Out procedures. Comply with all federal, state, and local rules on safety and vehicle operation.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A or B.

• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of commercial truck driving experience OR a certificate of completion from an accredited CDL school.

• Safety Criteria: Must meet all relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to DOT and Company standards.

• Maneuvering Skills: Demonstrated ability to safely drive the truck and operate equipment in tight/high-traffic areas, including backing 120+ feet using mirrors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Mechanical Knowledge: Understanding of truck components and basic maintenance requirements for safe daily operation.

• Physical Strength: Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs frequently and occasionally up to 100 lbs. Ability to push or maneuver containers weighing up to 300 lbs.

• Mobility: Frequent entering and exiting of the truck cab. Ability to climb to the top of the vehicle to verify and secure loads prior to transport.

• Spatial Perception: High-level depth perception, peripheral vision, and color vision for maneuvering in minimum-clearance spaces.

• Coordination: Ability to coordinate multiple limbs (arms/legs) simultaneously while sitting or standing to operate pedals and hydraulic controls.

Working Conditions

• Environment: 100% outdoor work environment. Constant exposure to motor vehicle traffic and all weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, and humidity).

• Physical Exposure: Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, loud noise, and airborne particles.

• Autonomy: Work independently away from the branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day.

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.