Operate a residential recycling/waste collection vehicle in a safe, efficient, and customer-focused manner on assigned routes. The Residential Driver is responsible for waste/recycling collection, vehicle safety inspections, and maintaining high service standards while complying with all safety and regulatory requirements. Job Description: Key Responsibilities: Safely operate a Manual Side-Load truck on assigned residential routes. Perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections and complete all required daily documentation Collect residential recycling and waste in accordance with route and safety standards Operate hydraulic and compaction systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage Report mechanical issues, safety concerns, or incidents immediately Maintain route productivity, service quality, and customer service standards Ensure compliance with all safety policies, PPE requirements, and traffic regulations Maintain vehicle cleanliness and professional company representation Work collaboratively with Helpers and Supervisors to support efficient operations Perform other duties as assigned Key Requirements: Valid Ontario DZ (or higher) driver’s licence with clean Abstract and CVOR Minimum 1 year commercial driving experience (or accredited training) Ability to safely operate collection vehicles and hydraulic equipment Ability to meet safety-sensitive position requirements Reliable attendance and flexibility for overtime/early start schedules Key Benefits: Competitive hourly wages Comprehensive employer-paid benefits RRSP/DPSP matching program Safe, modern shops with new equipment and tools Career growth opportunities across GFL’s nationwide network Employee Assistance Program (EAP) “Green for Life” employee perks and recognition programs 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.