Helper

About This Role

This role involves collecting and loading solid waste or recyclable materials, assisting the driver in vehicle operation, and ensuring adherence to safety protocols for GFL Environmental.

Responsibilities

• Collect solid waste/recyclable materials from customer premises and/or from the curbside
• Load solid waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle
• Sort recyclables and deposit materials into appropriate compartments in collection truck
• Assist driver in safe operation of the vehicle by directing backing up and maneuvering in close spaces
• Operate equipment on truck to compact trash/materials into vehicle
• Audit waste collection vehicle for proper equipment prior to leaving branch
• Report all customer related problems to driver immediately
• Identify, tag and notify driver of prohibited waste items and remove them from the waste cart or can
• Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions, complying with federal, state/provincial, local and company rules
• Maintain predetermined route quality standards
• Wear all required personal protective equipment at all times

Requirements

• Ability to read, write, and communicate with others
• Ability to follow instructions and perform duties under limited supervision
• Ability to operate any equipment necessary to perform job
• Ability to manually lift/move up to 65 pounds regularly
• Ability to manually push/move up to 100 pounds with assistance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired, but not required.
• 1 to 3 months related experience and/or training desired, but not required.

Nice to Have

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• One (1) to three (3) months related experience and/or training
• Valid driver’s license

Benefits