DZ Vacuum Truck Driver — Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Waste

Our company in Sault Ste. Marie, ON needs a DZ-licensed driver to run vacuum truck services, picking up and dropping off liquid and solid waste, both hazardous and non-hazardous, at customer locations. You'll also be expected to handle box trucks and other equipment suited to your license when the job calls for it.

What you'll do

• Pick up, haul and drop off waste materials at customer sites, loading and unloading as needed

• Run vacuum equipment safely in industrial settings

• Secure and prepare cargo, following safety rules and relevant transportation laws

• Inspect your truck and load before, during and after each trip to confirm everything is roadworthy and properly secured

• Follow loading crew signals when positioning the truck, and make sure special loading gear is set up correctly

• Check your vehicle's mechanical and safety systems before heading out, and flag any defects, accidents or violations

• Review load paperwork for accuracy and completeness, and hand off correct documents to customers

• Keep supervisors informed of any customer, mechanical or delivery issues

• Stay professional and clear when communicating with customers, the public and coworkers

• Take on other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Valid DZ license

• Good mechanical sense and ability to handle basic vehicle upkeep

• Strong organizational and communication skills, written and verbal

• Able to manage multiple tasks, prioritize, and work to deadlines

• Calm, steady and professional under pressure

• Comfortable in a fast-paced setting

• Able to lift 75+ lbs and handle physical tasks requiring manual dexterity

• Willing to work overtime and occasional weekends, under a rotating on-call schedule

Equal opportunity

GFL hires without regard to race, religion, gender, age, disability or other protected status, and offers accommodation for applicants who need it.