The Helper will safely assist drivers and other employees in the collection of solid waste materials from a residential truck.
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!
15 days of paid time off
4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
401(k) with an employer match
Paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services.
Overview:
GFL Environmental is one of North America's leading waste management companies, proudly making communities cleaner, safer, and happier through first-class service. Working for GFL is more than a job - it's an opportunity to grow in your career, make new friends, and make a difference each day.
Key Responsibilities: • Collect solid waste/recyclable materials from customer premises and/or from the curbside if applicable. • Load solid waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle • Sort recyclables and deposit materials into the appropriate compartments in collection truck if applicable. • Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing the driver in backing up the vehicle and in close space maneuvering. • Operate equipment on truck to compact trash/materials into vehicle. • Audit waste collection vehicle for proper equipment prior to leaving branch (i.e., broom, shovel, etc.). • Report all customer related problems to driver immediately • Identify, tag and notify driver of prohibited waste items and remove the items from the waste cart or can. • Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state/provincial, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation. • Work closely with supervisor to improve routing efficiencies. • Maintain predetermined route quality standards. • Ensure that all required personal protective equipment be worn at all times (i.e., gloves, reflective vest, safety glasses, work boots, etc.) • Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.) • Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. • Assist driver in keeping interior cab and exterior of vehicle clean. • Assist when necessary in sorting, cleaning carts, cleaning warehouse, stacking pallets/gaylords, placement of cans in roll-off container, operation of cardboard compactor. • Attend safety and branch meetings. • Perform other duties and responsibilities as required or requested by management.
Requirements: • High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required. • One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training desired, but not required. • Valid driver's license preferred, but not required. • Must be able to meet relevant criteria for safety sensitive functions according to Company standards
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: • Ability to read, write, and communicate with others. • Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision • Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job
Physical/Mental Demands: • Must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach and lift in an outdoor environment 90% of the time. • Must be able to use hands and fingers, kneel, crawl, talk, hear, climb and balance. • Visual Requirements: include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. • Ability to manually lift/move up to 65 pounds regularly • Ability to manually push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance from another employee
Working Conditions: • Frequently exposed to loud noise, humidity, rainy/stormy, extreme hot and cold weather conditions (depending upon season), moving mechanical parts, vibrations, toxic and caustic chemicals, fumes and airborne particles • Work in outdoor environment up to 100% of the time. • Works route away from branch location on a continuous basis throughout the day. • Occasionally work in high precarious places • Work in motor vehicle traffic conditions constantly. • Work environment is normally loud