Swing Driver

GFL Environmental is looking for a Swing Driver to join our growing team out of our Stellarton, NS site. The Swing Driver will safely operate one or more vehicle types including Front End, Roll Off, Residential and other trucks utilizing various collection methods to service customers in a safe and efficient manner. Deliver collected solid waste to disposal site. Fill in for various routes as needed to ensure consistent service.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Operate one or more vehicle types with both automatic and standard transmission and collect solid waste, yard waste and/or recyclables on a collection route. Route may vary daily based on service needs.
- Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
- Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
- Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
- Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
- Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.
- Manage assigned Helper(s) if applicable

**Knowledge, Skills and Competencies**
- Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.
- Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
- Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.
- Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
- Ability to work in usually loud conditions.

**Job Requirements**
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Possess valid Class 1 or Class 3 Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- One (1) year of satisfactory driving experience of Class 1 or 3 vehicles preferred.
- Past experience driving all types of collection equipment is desired.
- Satisfactory driving record.
- Must pass pre-employment drug test.
- Must pass written and road test evaluation.
- Must possess good computer skills.
- Fast-learner.
- Good oral and written communication skills.

**Who we are**:
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America; operating across Canada and the United States; offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management, and infrastructure development.

Recognized by our signature fleet of bright green trucks and equipment, we offer a wide range of environmental and industrial services to businesses, communities, and households, providing a consolidated and sophisticated approach to meeting our customers’ needs.

**GFL Benefits**:

- Medical and Dental Coverage - Our industry leading benefits package
- An environment to encourage professional growth and development

**We thank you for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.**

**GFL Environmental an equal opportunity employer and encourages women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities to apply. We seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds, and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion, or disability, but enriches itself through these differences. GFL will provide accommodations to job applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require an accommodation, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.**

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- RRSP match
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 12 hour shift

**Experience**:

- Class 3: 1 year (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 1 or 3 license? (required)