CDL Driver - Front Load

at GFL Environmental

Record last updated: 5/31/2026 8:19:31 PM

Current Days Open
24
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$26.00 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$28.00 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
N/A
First Seen
5/8/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$26.00 (Hourly)
5/31/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$28.00 (Hourly)
5/31/2026

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Full Job Description

Front-End Drivers operate front-end trucks that provide services to a variety of multi-family residential and commercial routes removing and transporting waste or recyclables in fulfillment of customer contracts. This position will service multiple customers per day according to assigned routes. The waste will then need to be transferred to the appropriate station, landfill or drop-off location. Drive Green, Live Local: CDL Front-End Driver in Waunakee Are you tired of the "life on the road" and ready to be home every single night? Join Team Green at GFL Environmental! We aren't just hauling waste; were providing essential sustainable solutions for our neighbors in Waunakee and the surrounding communities. The Rewards Competitive Pay: Earn $26.00 $28.00 per hour to start. Home Daily: Enjoy a consistent local route that gets you back to your family every evening. Generous Time Off: 15 days of PTO plus paid holidays from year one. Total Security: 401(k) with company match and 4 comprehensive medical plans (including HSA options with employer contributions). Grow for Life: We invest in our drivers with modern equipment and clear paths for career advancement. Your Typical Day As a Front-Load Driver, you are the face of GFL. Based out of our Waunakee, WI facility, you will: Operate high-quality commercial frontload trucks on established commercial and multi-family residential routes. Use on-board GPS and key maps to navigate efficiently across the local area. Interact professionally with our customers and the public. Keep "Team Green" safe by performing thorough pre- and post-trip inspections and following all safety protocols. What Youll Need to Join the Team License: A valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL). Experience: At least 1 year of commercial driving experience OR a certificate from an accredited CDL school. Physicality: Ability to handle the physical nature of the job, including lifting up to 50 lbs and maneuvering containers when necessary. Safety Mindset: A clean driving record and a commitment to "Safety First, Always." The GFL Environment Expect to be outdoors and active! Youll be maneuvering in tight spaces and working in various Wisconsin weather conditions. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment where the day flies by and youre treated like a professional, youll fit right in. Ready to start your last "first day"? Apply today to join the Waunakee team and see why we are Green For Life! 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. Current GFL Employees If you are an existing GFL employee and would like to search and apply to current job openings, please visit the internal GFL Jobs Hub. At the heart of GFL lies our greatest assetour people. So, we're glad you landed here! We believe in great careers, making a positive impact on the environment and supporting our people with their life ambitions. We aspire to create the right jobs in a way that brings you along with us. At GFL, growth isnt just for our businessits for our people. Because we see the potential in all our employees to do whatever it is they set their mind to, and were proud to support them in that journey. We consider our employees personal goals, helping them create the career, and life, that they desirewhether its advancing in their job, learning new skills, forming lasting relationships, or mentoring others, while having time to pursue other life ambitions. With safety and sustainability at the core of what we do, we all come together to form Team Greenunited by our shared purpose to provide environmental solutions that enable our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. Were proud to say that working for GFL is more than a job. Its an opportunity to make a difference and grow tremendously along the way. Regardless of the work were doing today, weve got our sights set on the big picturenot just tomorrow, but for life. GFL empowers those looking for growth in their career and lives, whether that's on our Field Operations teams or Professional Services teams. Field Operations Our Field positions offer candidates across North America the potential for limitless growth and skill expansion as the front line of our organization, making them central to our company's vision of creating cleaner and more sustainable communities. Professional Services Our Corporate positions located in key North American offices grow candidates to form strong client relations, manage key programs and accounts, and ensure our Field teams are operating at maximum efficiency.

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