Front End Driver at GFL Environmental Inc.

Milton, Ontario, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

09 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Front-End Truck Operation, DZ Driver's Licence, AZ Driver's Licence, Hydraulic Lifting Equipment, Waste Collection, Vehicle Inspection, Route Navigation, Customer Service, Safety Compliance, Compaction Equipment Operation

Industry

Environmental Services

Description

Front-End Drivers operate front-load waste collection trucks servicing commercial and multi-residential customers on assigned routes. This role involves safely collecting and transporting waste or recyclables to transfer stations or landfills while delivering reliable customer service and maintaining high safety standards. Key Responsibilities Safely operate a Front-End waste collection truck on commercial and multi-residential routes Service customer containers (2–6 yard bins), positioning and emptying using hydraulic lifting equipment Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation Navigate tight service areas and maneuver vehicle safely in confined spaces Maintain clean customer sites by removing loose debris after service Interact professionally with customers and report service or safety concerns Transport collected material to designated transfer or disposal facilities Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and regulatory driving standards Maintain route productivity and service quality expectations Perform other duties as assigned Key Requirements Valid Ontario DZ (or AZ) driver’s licence with clean abstract Minimum 2 year commercial truck driving experience (front-end experience) Ability to safely operate hydraulic lifting and compaction equipment Comfortable working in tight commercial service environments Ability to meet safety-sensitive position requirements Strong reliability, attendance, and safety mindset Ability to perform physical tasks including container positioning and repeated truck entry/exit Key Benefits Competitive pay and overtime opportunities Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits Pension / RRSP program with company contribution Stable, year-round employment in essential services Local routes — home daily PPE and safety equipment provided Career growth opportunities across GFL operations 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 myworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com 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. Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest asset—our people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isn’t just for our business—it’s for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and we’re proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees’ personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desire—whether it’s advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form “Team Green”—united by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. We’re proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. It’s an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work we’re doing today, we’ve got our sights set on the big picture—not just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations – Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services – Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

Responsibilities

Operate front-load waste collection trucks to service commercial and multi-residential customers on assigned routes. Safely transport waste and recyclables to transfer stations while maintaining high safety and service standards.