Job Title: Collections Truck Driver - Class 3

Location: Calgary, AB

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Are you ready to make a difference in the recycling and waste management industry?

At BluPlanet Recycling, we believe that every team member plays a vital role in shaping a sustainable future. As a recognized leader in Calgary, Alberta’s recycling and waste management industry, we are excited to expand our team of dedicated professionals who share our passion for exceptional service and sustainability. Here, you’ll find a supportive and dynamic workplace culture that not only values your commitment to clients but also empowers you to make a meaningful impact in the community.

If you’re eager to contribute to a greener tomorrow while thriving in a positive and collaborative environment, then we want to hear from you!

Why Join Us?

• Competitive Compensation: Starting rate at $26.50–$28.00/hour (negotiable based on experience)
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental, and Vision coverage, Health Spending Account (HSA), Group Retirement Savings Plan (GRSP), and Profit-sharing Program
• Work-Life Balance: Regular work week schedule and paid vacation days
• Other Perks: Gym membership reimbursement, performance incentives, and annual bonus

Position Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Collections Truck Driver - Class 3 to join our team. The ideal candidate will be committed to safety, skilled in operating heavy-duty trucks, and capable of navigating diverse driving environments with precision. This physically demanding position involves preparing, loading, and transporting large open-top and compactor containers to disposal sites, transfer stations, recycling facilities, and customer locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operate trucks safely and efficiently along industrial routes, including navigating driveways, alleyways, high-traffic roads, and tight overhead areas.
• Execute precise backing maneuvers and positioning of containers in various environments.
• Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
• Prepare and load containers securely for transport.
• Deliver and pick up containers from customer sites, ensuring proper placement and return.
• Communicate effectively with the operations team, reporting site issues or delays and providing route feedback.
• Utilize app-based routing and reporting software for real-time navigation and job documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of client sites and vehicle.
• Assist with shop and yard duties and support overflow routes as needed.
• Follow all safety protocols and company policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Valid Class 3 driver’s license with Q (airbrake) endorsement.
• Minimum of 3 years of commercial driving experience in Class 3 vehicles, specifically in multi-stop routes.
• Clean commercial driver’s abstract.
• Strong physical ability to push, pull, lift, and carry up to 75 lbs.
• Basic knowledge of truck maintenance is an asset.

*** Please note that this job description is not exhaustive and may be subject to change.

At BluPlanet Recycling, we are an inclusive and diverse team with an entrepreneurial spirit. Accountability, Safety, and Care are fundamental to our culture and our operations. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply, to help us build a diverse workforce that reflects the communities where we live and work.

Must be legally authorized to work in Canada. BluPlanet Recycling is unable to assist candidates in obtaining Canadian work authorization.