GFL Environmental is looking for Spare Drivers to join our Residential Collection team in Coquitlam, British Columbia!
Applicants must hold a Class 5 license with Air Brake Endorsement
At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Together, our employees are known as “Team Green”— a name that unites us all under our shared purpose: making our customers and communities Green for Life! 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.
What’s in it for you:
Flexible, on-call schedule
Extended Health, Dental and Vision
Retirement Savings Options
Paid holidays, 10 days of paid time off per year
As the faces of GFL, our Solids Residential Spare Drivers support residential collection services on an as-needed basis. Spare Drivers fill in for full-time drivers during absences, vacations, or peak business needs. This role is a great fit for individuals looking for flexible work while still making an impact in their community.
The primary focus of this role is to collect and transport waste from assigned residential routes to our GFL facilities, where all materials are properly disposed of. This is a highly physical role – individuals must be able to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
Fill in on residential/recycling collection routes as assigned
Manually load recyclable waste into the rear or side of the collection vehicle
Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables
Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures
Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management
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)
Maintain accurate records of services performed
Requirements:
Must possess a Class 5 Driver’s License with Air Brake Endorsement
Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques
Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment
Flexibility to work varied shifts on short notice
Other advantages to working at GFL:
A network of 20,000+ employees across North America
Diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities
Increased sustainability of your community through the Full Circle Project
#GFLTalent
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]
