DZ Driver, Front End Commercial

Our Tomlinson Environmental Services division is looking at hiring a Front End Commercial Driver. The operator is responsible for the safe and efficient collection of waste and recycling.

Location: 970 Moodie Drive

Vacancy Type: Replacement

Employment Type: Full Time 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and drive a DZ truck to transport waste and recycling materials throughout the City of Ottawa and surrounding areas

• Responsible for the collection of waste/recycling containers on assigned route

• Transport waste and recycling material to disposal, transfer or recycling facility

• Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspection of vehicle systems, equipment and accessories such as tires, lights and turn signals, and brakes

• Ensure safety requirements are followed in accordance with company policy

• Provide excellent customer service, leaving customer’s location clean and free of debris

• Communicate with dispatcher, other drivers and customers using communication devices and on-board computers

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Long periods of driving and sitting

• Available to start work at 5:00AM until route completion

• Bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, extreme weather, noise and strong odors

• Must have steel toed boots

• Comfortable working alone

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must have a valid Ontario DZ drivers’ License

• 1-2 years’ experience, ideally in waste collection or similar industry

• Knowledge of the city an asset

COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The expected salary range for this position is $33.00 - $35.00 hourly. Placement within the range is dependent on a variety of factors including qualifications and experience.

TOMLINSON OFFERS: 

• Competitive wages
• Bonus programs
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs

The Tomlinson Group of Companies encourages applications from all qualified candidates.  Please contact Human Resources if you need accommodation at any stage of the application process or want more information on our accommodation policies.