Front-End Drivers operate front-load waste collection trucks servicing commercial and multi-residential customers on assigned routes. This role involves safely collecting and transporting waste or recyclables to transfer stations or landfills while delivering reliable customer service and maintaining high safety standards.
Key Responsibilities
Safely operate a Front-End waste collection truck on commercial and multi-residential routes
Service customer containers (2–6 yard bins), positioning and emptying using hydraulic lifting equipment
Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete required documentation
Navigate tight service areas and maneuver vehicle safely in confined spaces
Maintain clean customer sites by removing loose debris after service
Interact professionally with customers and report service or safety concerns
Transport collected material to designated transfer or disposal facilities
Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and regulatory driving standards
Maintain route productivity and service quality expectations
Perform other duties as assigned
Key Requirements
Valid Ontario DZ (or AZ) driver’s licence with clean abstract
Minimum 2 year commercial truck driving experience (front-end experience)
Ability to safely operate hydraulic lifting and compaction equipment
Comfortable working in tight commercial service environments
Ability to meet safety-sensitive position requirements
Strong reliability, attendance, and safety mindset
Ability to perform physical tasks including container positioning and repeated truck entry/exit
Key Benefits
Competitive pay and overtime opportunities
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
Pension / RRSP program with company contribution
Stable, year-round employment in essential services
Local routes — home daily
PPE and safety equipment provided
Career growth opportunities across GFL operations
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.
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation.
Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers.
We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements.
At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life.
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GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols.
Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels.
Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales.
Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
