Lead Driver

Job Summary:Assist and coordinate the day to day, field and office operations to ensure quality service and product line efficiency. Provide leadership to other Drivers and promote a positive employee/employer relationship.Essential Functions:Personnel* Assist the Operations Supervisor with sustaining a productive and motivated workforce by screening, training, developing and evaluating personnel required to meet service commitments.* Help ensure drivers are performing routes knowledgeably, productively and safely.* Ensure that all drivers complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation daily* Provide feedback to Operations Supervisor regarding drivers’ productivity, work performance, etc. daily* Assist in resolving any customer concerns and bring to resolution.* Assist in resolving any driver concerns and bring to resolution.* Ensure training for new drivers to ensure the proper use of equipment, safety guidelines are followed and productivity is attained.* Comply with all information requests from superiors in order to ensure compliance with work rules and company policy.Operations* Working knowledge of equipment to collect solid waste and/or recycling.* Working knowledge of computer functions and procedures – should be able to back up Operations Super if needed* Working knowledge of Full Route Roll Off Dispatch* Assist in the completion of route audits.* Ensure that all routes are completed in a timely manner.* Fill in for drivers, possibly for multiple product lines, who are absent to ensure consistent service.* Inspect all trucks in fleet weekly to ensure cleanliness and keep supervisor apprised of any issues.* Ensure drivers complete VCR’s.* Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.* Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.* Participate in Mergers and Acquisitions team on an as needed basis.Safety* Follow all safety and equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties.* Comply with all federal, state, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.* Complete route observations on all routes on a pre-determined basis, document findings and provide report to immediate supervisor.* Assist the Operations Supervisor with accident investigations and preparing the necessary paperwork.Education, Training, Experience and Licensing/Certification Requirements:* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.* Possess valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).* Minimum one (1) year of satisfactory driving experience of Class A or B vehicles.* Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word and Excel.* Working knowledge of company productivity software preferred.* Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen and background check.* Satisfactory driving record.* Must pass written and road test evaluation.Physical/Mental Demands:* Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, and smell.* Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.* Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 100 pounds.* Sitting may be required 75% of the time when driving.GFL Environmental, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform their jobs.Recommended Skills* Operations* Management* Hardworking And Dedicated* Perseverance* Microsoft Outlook* Quality Of ServicesGet job alerts by email. Sign up now!