The posting
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.
Why Join Team Green? At GFL, our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life! Our employees are affectionately known as "Team Green"—a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!
Working for GFL is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a real difference each day in a essential, highly valued trade.
What We Offer (Benefits & Perks)
- Competitive Pay: $25.50/hour
- Generous Paid Time Off: 15 days of PTO starting out
- Paid Holidays
- Comprehensive Healthcare: 4 medical plan options (including an HSA with employer contribution & match program)
- Full Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement Savings: 401(k) plan with company employer match
- Wellness & Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering free counseling services
- Career Growth: Ongoing training, supportive management, and clear pathways for advancement
Position Overview
GFL Environmental is one of North America’s leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service.
We are looking for an experienced Residential Automated Side Load (ASL) Driver who knows the waste industry, takes pride in driving top-tier equipment, and loves running efficient residential routes. As an ASL driver, you’ll enjoy the independence of solo operation paired with the reliability of modern hydraulic joystick systems and structured, local day routes that get you home safe every evening.
Key Responsibilities
- Route Execution: Safely operate a fully automated side-loading truck and hydraulic arm system to perform curbside collections on assigned residential routes.
- Solo Efficiency: Work independently with minimal in-field supervision while maintaining route quality and efficiency standards.
- Vehicle Maintenance & Safety: Perform thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections. Keep cab interiors and exteriors clean, and promptly report any mechanical issues to mechanics and supervisors.
- Compliance & Safety: Rigorously follow all local, state/provincial, federal (DOT), and company safety regulations, rules, and procedures.
- Customer & Team Relations: Maintain positive, professional interactions with residential customers and collaborate closely with supervisors to optimize routing efficiencies.
- Documentation & Meetings: Accurately complete daily route sheets, logs, and service records. Attend scheduled branch and safety meetings.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) — Class A or Class B.
- Waste & ASL Experience: 2+ years of commercial driving experience (waste management experience, specifically operating automated side-loaders, strongly preferred). CDL school certificate accepted.
- Technical Skill: Proven ability to safely maneuver a heavy commercial vehicle in tight residential neighborhoods, cul-de-sacs, and clearance-restricted spaces (including backing 120+ feet using mirrors).
- Physical Capability: Ability to sit for extended periods (approx. 75% of the shift), maneuver hydraulic controls, and occasionally lift/carry up to 50 lbs repetitively when manual adjustments or cleanup are needed.
- Waste Awareness: Ability to identify and reject non-acceptable waste materials (e.g., hazardous or flammable materials).
- Safety First Mindset: Strong record of safety compliance and ability to meet all company safety-sensitive role criteria.
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.
