Residential CDL Driver

Residential CDL Driver page is loaded## Residential CDL Driver locations:
Ruckersville, Virginia time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R32050

The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting to post-collection facilities.### 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 at GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to build a long-term career, form strong relationships, and make a difference every day.

At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to
** grow for life**. Our employees are proudly known as
** Team Green**, united by a shared purpose of delivering sustainable solutions that help our customers and communities be
** Green For Life**.## What GFL Offers – Team Green Benefits
* ** 15 days of paid time off**
* ** 4 medical plan options**, including an HSA with employer contribution and match
* Medical, dental, and vision coverage
* ** 401(k) with employer match
*** Paid holidays
* ** Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
** with free counseling services
* Career growth and development opportunities## Position Summary The Residential / Recycling Driver is responsible for safely operating front-load, side-load, or rear-load collection vehicles to service residential and recycling routes. This role ensures timely, efficient, and safe collection while maintaining high standards of customer service, equipment care, and regulatory compliance.##

Key Responsibilities ### Route & Equipment Operations
* Safely operate residential and recycling collection vehicles and hydraulic equipment on assigned routes
* Load solid waste, yard waste, and recyclables into collection vehicles
* Operate compaction equipment to ensure efficient vehicle loading
* Use proper driving techniques to prevent driver-induced mechanical failures### Safety & Compliance
* Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections, Safety Lane reports, daily route documentation, and other required records
* Immediately report mechanical issues, accidents, or incidents to supervisors
* Follow all federal, state, local, and company safety policies and procedures
* Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times### Customer & Route Quality
* Maintain route quality standards and provide professional service to customers and the public
* Identify and tag prohibited waste items according to company guidelines
* Maintain a clean vehicle, including cab interior and exterior
* Work closely with supervisors to improve routing efficiency### Teamwork & Communication
* Manage assigned helper(s), if applicable
* Attend safety meetings, branch meetings, and training sessions
* Perform additional duties as assigned by management
* Be flexible to work overtime as required## Qualifications
* High School Diploma or GED preferred
* Valid
** Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
** required* Minimum
** 1 year of commercial driving experience
** or completion of a CDL training program
* Ability to safely operate collection vehicles and associated equipment
* Must meet all safety-sensitive job requirements## Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
* Working knowledge of collection vehicles and basic maintenance requirements
* Ability to maneuver large vehicles in tight spaces and heavy traffic
* Ability to identify unacceptable or prohibited waste materials
* Strong communication skills with internal teams and external customers
* Ability to read, write, and follow maps, instructions, and route documents
* Commitment to safety, reliability, and continuous improvement## Physical & Working Conditions
* Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 lbs repetitively using proper lifting techniques
* Ability to sit for extended periods while driving (up to 75% of the workday)
* Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions, noise, vibration, traffic, and moving mechanical parts
* Work performed primarily outdoors and on active route
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