Posted 3 days ago
Class 1 Driver
@ GFL Environmental
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Overview
GFL Environmental is hiring a Class 1 Driver for its Industrial Services team in St. John's, Newfoundland. The role drives and operates tandem axle vacuum trucks to handle non-hazardous and hazardous fluids at refineries, industrial sites, marine ports and emergency responses. It requires out-of-town rotation, overtime, and weekly on-call duty, and the posting lists medical, dental and vision plans as a benefit.
Responsibilities:
- Safely operate tandem axle vacuum trucks and pressure equipment
- Load, transport and unload hazardous and non-hazardous fluids
- Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance
- Maintain driver logs, manifests and compliance documents
- Report customer, mechanical and delivery problems to supervisors
Requirements summary:
- Valid Class 1 licence with air brake and manual transmission
- Pass pre-employment D&A testing
- Lift and handle hoses of 50+ lbs
- Work overtime, rotation, nights, weekends and on-call
- Use Geotab electronic logging
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-03
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-03
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-03
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Job details
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Schedule | day, evening, overtime, weekends, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Plant or factory, Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | H2S Alive, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Entry, TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods) |
| Driver’s licence | required |
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GFL Environmental
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Full company description
GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to more than 135,000 industrial, commercial and institutional customers. We offer an unparalleled commitment to customer service, reliability and efficiency and maintain an unwavering focus on safety and compliance with environmental and legislative requirements. At GFL, we believe that by providing accessible, cost-effective environmental solutions we will encourage greater environmental responsibility and allow our customers and the communities we serve to be Green For Life. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ GFL Environnement est la seule grande entreprise de services environnementaux diversifiés en Amérique du Nord offrant des services de gestion des déchets solides, de gestion des déchets liquides et d'assainissement des sols. Grâce à un réseau stratégiquement situé au Canada et aux Etats-Unis, l'équipe professionnelle et dévouée d'employés de GFL offre un service local à plus de 4 millions de foyers sous contrat municipal et à plus de 135 000 clients industriels, commerciaux et institutionnels. Nous offrons un engagement inégalé à l'égard du service à la clientèle, de la fiabilité et de l'efficacité, et nous mettons l'accent sur la sécurité et le respect des exigences environnementales et légales. Chez GFL, nous croyons qu'en offrant des solutions environnementales accessibles et rentables, nous encouragerons une plus grande responsabilité environnementale et nous permettrons à nos clients et aux collectivités.
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- Reported office locations
- 100 New Park Place, Vaughan, Ontario L4K 0H9, CA
- Business categories
- Environmental Consulting
- Waste Management
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- Other recorded names
- GFL Environmental Inc.
- Specialties
- Municipal / Residential Waste
- Industrial / Commercial / Construction Waste
- Construction & Demolition Services
- Used Oil Collection
- Hazardous Waste Management
- Excavation Services
- Shoring & Foundations
- Soil Remediation
- Vacuum Truck Services
- Infrastructure Development
- Recycling
- Organics
- Industrial Cleaning
- HAZMAT Emergency Response
- Landfill Disposal & Diversion
- and Environmental Remediation
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- 5,167,778,866
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GFL Environmental is the only major diversified environmental services company in North America offering services in solid waste management, liquid waste management and soil remediation. Through a strategically located network of facilities across Canada and the United States, GFL’s dedicated, professional team of employees provides local service to more than 4 million households under municipal contracts and to…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Vaughan, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Specialties | Municipal / Residential WasteIndustrial / Commercial / Construction WasteConstruction & Demolition ServicesUsed Oil CollectionHazardous Waste ManagementExcavation ServicesShoring & FoundationsSoil RemediationVacuum Truck ServicesInfrastructure Development |
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Our Industrial Services team in St. John's, Newfoundland are looking for Class 1 Drivers!
A Class 1 Driver is responsible for safely driving and operating tandem axle vacuum trucks. They work in various environments, including refineries, industrial sites, marine ports and for environmental emergency responses. Operators also provide feedback to supervisors regarding customer problems, mechanical problems, or delivery problems. They will also occasionally take part in mentoring/training others to operate the equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Safely operate vacuum & pressure equipment, including managing vacuum pumps, hoses, booms, and valves.
Fluid Handling: Load, transport, and unload non-hazardous and hazardous materials, such as fuel oils, drilling fluids, sludge, sewage, and wastewater.
Equipment Maintenance & Safety: Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, conduct routine maintenance (e.g., greasing, fluid checks, top-up spill & first aid supplies), and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
Labor-Intensive Tasks: Perform manual labor such as dragging hoses, pressure cleaning tanks, working in confined space, climbing, crouching and kneeling.
Documentation: Maintain accurate, legible, and timely documentation, including driver logs (ELD), load manifests, TDG, OHS, work orders and ensure compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.
Communication: Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form. Professionally represent the company and communicate with site dispatch and supervisors.
Requirements
• A valid Class 1 license, manual transmission, air brake
• Pass pre-employment D&A testing
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift/push/pull 50+ lbs hoses required.
• Out of town, rotation and overtime work as required.
• Required to use Geotab electronic log system
• Out of town, rotation and overtime work as required. • Required to use Geotab electronic log system
• Often requires working long hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call for emergency response situations. On call schedule in effect on a weekly basis.
Assets
• H2S Alive, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Entry and TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
•Perform tank cleaning tasks.
• Strong work ethic. High level of personal integrity.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, consistent and decisive personality.
• Will be required to work outdoors in all conditions
• Ability to handle emergency situations: If faced with unpredictable issues, such as a hazardous materials spill, vacuum truck operators must be able to stay calm and respond to the situation quickly.
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision plans
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