Recycling Route Operator (Hiring Immediately)

Our GFL team is expanding, and we’re looking for a Residential Driver to join us in THOMASTON, GA! The Residential Driver will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously providing waste removal services to customers. This includes collecting solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and transporting them to post-collection facilities.

Why Join GFL?

GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America. Our employees, collectively known as 'Team Green,' enjoy numerous benefits: career advancement opportunities, competitive benefits, job stability within an essential services company, and the chance to make a positive impact every day for our customers and communities, Green for Life!

What’s in it for you:

• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with an employer match
• Paid holidays & Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
• OVERTIME AVAILABLE! Shift premiums for afternoon and weekend shifts (if applicable)
• Competitive wages
• Boot allowance
• Tool allowance (if applicable)
• Sign-on bonus (if applicable)
• Growth opportunities

Career Path Potential:

Grow your career! Future Career Path Opportunities may include Route Dispatcher, Route Supervisor, Driver Trainer and more with Team Green!

A “Day in the Life of a Residential Driver:

• Operate various waste collection trucks (side-load, rear-load) and equipment, ensuring safe loading of solid waste, recyclables, and yard waste, while also using truck equipment to compact trash.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, complete daily reports, route sheets, and other required documentation, and report mechanical issues or accidents immediately.
• Follow safety standards, equipment checks, and regulations during all tasks, ensuring compliance with federal, state/provincial, and local laws, while wearing personal protective equipment (gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots).
• Interact professionally with customers and the public, maintain vehicle cleanliness (both interior and exterior), identify and tag prohibited waste items, and remove them from waste containers.
• Supervise assigned team members (if applicable), attend safety and branch meetings, manage inventory of containers and parts, recommend purchases, assist in improving routing efficiencies, and be available for overtime if required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required with at least one year of commercial driving experience or CDL school certification.
• Ability to drive trucks, operate equipment safely, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry 50 to 100 pounds, with strong visual acuity for close, distance, peripheral vision, and depth perception.
• Exposure to noise, weather elements, mechanical parts, chemicals, and vehicle traffic; work primarily outdoors.
• Effective communication, ability to follow instructions, read maps, and adapt to change.
• Sitting for up to 75% of the workday with frequent lifting

Join us and become part of Team Green at GFL Environmental, where your skills and dedication will be valued and rewarded. Apply now for this exciting opportunity! (NEW)

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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]

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]