Environmental Class 1 Driver - Columbia, United States - GFL Environmental

    GFL Environmental
    GFL Environmental Columbia, United States

    1 month ago

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    Position Summary

    The Environmental Class 1 Driver will be relied upon to visit various client sites to collect and transport hazardous and non-hazardous waste materials. As a professional driver with a safe driving record, you will utilize TDG knowledge and experience to assist with labeling containers and preparing transport documentation.

    Key Accountabilities

    • Safely operate all required transport equipment.
    • Professionally represent GFL on all client sites and look for ways to expand services.
    • Ensure all assigned equipment is properly loaded and maintained.
    • Keep accurate drivers' logs as required to document mileage, hours and material hauled.
    • Communicate effectively with a team of qualified professionals.
    • Participate in safety meetings, last minute risk assessments and job hazard assessments.
    • Identify and classify all types of hazardous waste.
    • Handle drum dollies and pallet jacks for the transportation and loading of materials.

    Requirements

    • Valid Class 1 Driver's License with Air Brakes and a clean Commercial Driving Abstract.
    • TDG knowledge and experience is an asset.

    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    • Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
    • Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
    • Excellent customer service skills
    • Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
    • Ability to work safely and independently.
    • High level of personal integrity.
    • Strong work ethic.
    • Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
    • Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
    • Manual dexterity, ability to lift 75+ lbs required.

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