Tractor Trailer Driver

Join TEAM GREEN at GFL Environmental and become our newest Tractor Trailer Driver supporting our recycling team in Calgary, AB!

At GFL, our Drivers do more than collect waste and recycling—they represent our commitment to safety, efficiency, and premier customer service. In this key role, you will operate equipment, perform daily safety inspections, and keep our Materials Recovery Facility running cleanly and smoothly.

Why GFL:

• Competitive Pay: Individual pay is determined by responsibilities, experience, and location.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Full employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.

• Retirement Savings: Company-matching RRSP/DPSP program to secure your financial future.

• Modern Fleet & Gear: Work out of a safe, modern facility with well-maintained trucks, new equipment, and industry-leading tools.

• Nationwide Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement across GFL’s growing national network.

• Employee Support: Full access to our confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Green for Life Perks: Exclusive employee discount programs, perks, and team recognition initiatives.

Requirements:

• Licensing: Valid Class 1 Commercial Driver’s License with a clean Driver’s Abstract.

• Driving Experience: Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience.

• Previous experience with Roll Off bins

• Equipment Operation: Demonstrated ability to safely operate heavy commercial vehicles and hydraulic systems.

• Forklift and Skid Steer and Telehandler experience.

• Safety Commitment: Ability to successfully satisfy all company standards for safety-sensitive operational roles.

• Reliability: Strong attendance record and flexibility to support early morning start schedules and operational overtime when needed.

Responsibilities:

• Safe Fleet Operation: Safely operate tractor-trailer truck and on-board hydraulic systems.

• Safety Inspections: Conduct thorough pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections daily and complete required trip logs and paperwork. Make sure each load is secure by checking that tarp is closed properly and that no loose trash is visible.

• System Operations: Skillfully operate hydraulic systems using proper techniques to prevent equipment damage.

• Reporting & Maintenance: Promptly report any mechanical write-ups, route hazards, or safety incidents to management.

• Service Quality: Maintain high productivity, customer service standards, and vehicle cleanliness.

• Regulatory Compliance: Adhere strictly to all traffic laws, municipal bylaws, company safety policies, and required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) standards.

• Team Collaboration: Work closely with facility personnel and Supervisors to support smooth, efficient daily operations.

• Additional Duties: Perform other operational duties as assigned by leadership.

• May be required to work overtime.

About GFL:

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!
• We offer a competitive benefits plan, including RRSP match, orthodontics and vision coverage
• With 20,000+ employees across North America, we offer a dynamic set of career opportunities, locations and growth!
• We appreciate all of the local communities we live and work in, and actively contribute to them through our flagship Full Circle Project
• We believe investing in the future is the right investment, our first fully electric truck is now in operation!
• GFL is traded on the NYSE & the TSX – search “GFL” to see our stock performance.

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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.