Residential Waste Collector

2 months ago


Warren, Michigan, United States GFL Industries Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and safety-conscious Residential Driver to join our team at GFL Industries. As a Residential Driver, you will be responsible for safely and efficiently collecting waste and recyclables from residential customers, ensuring a clean and healthy environment for our communities.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Operate a residential / recycling collection truck, ancillary equipment, and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection routes.
  • Load solid waste, yard waste, and/or recyclables into the rear or side of the waste collection vehicle.
  • Operate equipment on the truck to compact trash into the vehicle.
  • Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck reports, route sheets, and other documentation requested by the supervisor daily.
  • Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to the mechanic and supervisor immediately.
  • Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
  • Follow all safety standards and equipment checks and precautions in the performance of all duties.
  • Maintain a clean vehicle by cleaning the cab interior and exterior of the vehicle.
  • Identify and tag prohibited waste items and remove them from the waste cart or can.
  • Manage assigned helpers if applicable.
  • Conform in all respects with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, ordinances, and other orders and to all company policies, procedures, and directives from supervisors.
  • Ensure that all required personal protective equipment is worn at all times.
  • Report all accidents or incidents to supervisors immediately.
  • Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner, and appearance at all times.
  • Maintain accurate records of services performed.
  • Maintain inventory of all containers and residential carts and spare parts available and recommend purchase of additional containers, carts, and spare parts to the supervisor.
  • Work closely with the supervisor to improve routing efficiencies.
  • May be required to work overtime.
  • 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.
  • Must possess a Commercial Driver's License.
  • Minimum one (1) year of commercial driving experience or CDL school certificate.
  • Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety-sensitive functions according to Company standards.
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment.
Physical and Mental Demands:
  • Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.