CDL Lead Driver

Join Team Green – Grow for Life!

At GFL Environmental, 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 are looking for a CDL Lead Driver who is ready to step out of the cab and into a leadership role. If you are a seasoned driver with a passion for safety, a knack for mentoring others, and a desire to make a tangible difference in your community, you belong on Team Green.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We don’t just offer a job; we offer a career path with a comprehensive rewards package:

• Time to Recharge: 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays.

• Health & Wellness: 4 medical plan options, including an HSA with employer contribution and match program.

• Full Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Invest in Your Future: 401(k) with an employer match.

• Support When You Need It: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring free counseling services.

The Opportunity: Lead, Mentor, and Execute

As a Lead Driver, you are the backbone of our local operations. You will balance your time between safely operating commercial vehicles and serving as a vital link between our frontline drivers and management.

Key Leadership & Operational Responsibilities:

• Mentor & Train: Lead morning crew-outs, conduct new hire training observations, and provide coaching to ensure the team meets our high safety and quality standards.

• Drive Excellence: Navigate designated routes to collect waste while maintaining a positive, professional attitude with the communities we serve.

• Operational Oversight: Monitor daily pre/post-trip inspections, manage "Safety Lane" weekly inspections, and collaborate with the shop manager to ensure our fleet is in top condition.

• Process Improvement: Review route volume and demand to recommend re-routes and efficiency gains to the Supervisor or Manager.

• Safety Champion: Ensure strict adherence to LOTO (Lock Out/Tag Out) procedures and all state/federal regulations.

What You Bring to the Team

• Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of commercial driving experience, with at least one (1) year specifically in the solid waste industry.

• Credentials: A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and the ability to operate a standard transmission (location dependent).

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs repetitively and handle the physical demands of outdoor waste collection.

• Mindset: A commitment to continuous improvement, a "safety-first" attitude, and the ability to lead a team with empathy and clear communication.

Working Conditions

Working for GFL is an active, outdoor role. You will be exposed to various weather conditions and motor vehicle traffic. You should be comfortable in a high-activity environment where your efforts result in cleaner, safer, and happier communities.

Ready to grow your career with a leader in sustainability? Apply today and become part of Team Green!