Job Description
Multi-Residential DZ Driver/Picker – London Yard
Location: 15 Buchanan Court, London, Ontario
Position Type: Permanent Full-Time
Reporting: Route Supervisor
Hours: Monday to Friday, 6:30am start
Rate: $29.08 plus $1.25 shift premium per hour ($30.33/hr)
About Miller Waste Systems:
Founded in 1961, Miller Waste Systems is a proudly Canadian, family-owned company with 65 years of experience providing waste management and diversion services to municipalities, businesses, and industries across Ontario, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
Today, Miller Waste operates collection fleets, recycling facilities, transfer stations, and composting operations that help communities manage waste responsibly while recovering valuable resources from the waste stream.
Miller Waste has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for 16 consecutive years, a distinction that reflects our commitment to strong leadership, operational excellence, and a culture that values our people.
At Miller Waste, our people are our greatest strength. We provide a safe workplace, competitive compensation, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to build a long-term career with a company that is trusted by the communities it serves.
We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our London team in a permanent, full-time position as a Multi-Residential DZ Driver/Picker. In this role, you will be responsible for the safe and efficient collection of multi-residential waste and recyclable materials while providing excellent customer service and supporting day-to-day operations. Your additional responsibilities are outlined below.
Responsibilities:
In the position of Multi Residential DZ Driver/Picker, the responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Complete timely collection of multi-residential bulk waste and recyclable materials.
• Maintain high productivity while executing your duties safely.
• Have excellent customer services skills, as you will be the front-line contact with the customers.
• Safely operating the assigned commercial vehicle to collect various waste streams in a safe and efficient manner and delivering the material to the appropriate depot (transfer station, landfill, compost facility etc.).
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, operational efficiency, and customer service excellence.
• Maintain your assigned vehicle in a clean, safe, and operational condition, including completing daily inspections and basic cleaning of the vehicle and equipment.
• Work independently or as part of a team, depending on the assignment or route requirements.
• Must adhere to Miller Waste Systems safety protocols and must be familiar with Occupational Health & Safety Act.
• Be a constructive contributor to the team and operations as a whole.
• Other duties as assigned.
Competencies & Qualifications:
• Positive attitude with demonstrated initiative and drive when completing duties.
• Valid DZ Driver’s Licence with a clean Driver’s Abstract and CVOR, and no preventable accidents within the past year.
• Minimum of 2 years of driving experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to identify and report equipment issues.
• Ability to work independently, self manage and prioritize.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Adaptability with scheduling is required, as end times may vary to support operational workflows.
• Statutory holidays and weekends will be required depending on coverage needs.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including lifting up to 50 lbs independently.
• Have excellent knowledge of and be familiar with the roads in London and surrounding areas.
Posting Closing Date: This posting will remain active until it has been filled.
This posting is for an existing vacancy. Artificial intelligence is not used in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.
We realize that you may not feel you have every qualification listed and that working to secure a career can be stressful. If you feel that you meet most of the company’s needs and that your passion for your work adds value to a growing company, we would still love to hear from you.
Miller Waste Systems is committed to equity, diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, we welcome applications from women, racially visible individuals, people with disabilities, indigenous peoples, and LGBTQ2S+ persons. Miller Waste Systems Inc. complies with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and accommodations are available during the recruitment process; we will also provide suitable accommodation when required in consultation with the job applicant.
Miller Waste Systems strives to be ‘only the best’. As a privately owned and operated Waste Company we have 65 years’ experience of providing quality service to all our customers. We have been successful in achieving this goal by providing a family and employee centric environment at all our locations. By providing an industry leading work environment and compensation, benefits, and pension programs, Miller Waste continues to grow our business.
