Front End Driver

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.