Posted 3 months ago
Class 3 Driver
@ Emterra Group
Vernon, British Columbia
Overview
Emterra Group is hiring a Class 3 driver for full-time work collecting curbside recycling. The role requires a Class 1 and/or 3 licence with air brake endorsement, a clean driver's abstract, and willingness to work overtime as needed.
Pay:
$27–$28 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Safe operation of Class 1 and/or 3 vehicles with air brakes
- Curbside recycling collection to contract requirements
- Daily vehicle inspection and related documentation
- Communicate concerns or suggestions to supervisor
Requirements summary:
- Class 1 and/or 3 licence with air brake endorsement
- Clean driver's abstract
- Two years driving experience preferred
- Ability to work overtime as needed
- Good English, verbal and written
- Waste and recycling experience an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-13
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-11
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-01
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 2+ years |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Outdoors, Vehicle |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Air brake endorsement |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Background checks | driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Wellness |
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Emterra Group
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Transforming waste into resources
Full company description
Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste, corporate sustainability and environmental impact goals. Emterra Group offers innovative and comprehensive waste & recycling solutions that increase waste diversion while delivering cost savings. With 1000 employees, a fleet of 500+ trucks, and 20 recycling plant and office locations, the Emterra Group of companies consists of: Emterra Environmental & Emterra Environmental USA – Provides waste audit, collections, waste disposal, recyclables processing and commodities marketing services in British Columbia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Ontario and Michigan. Emterra Tire Recycling – Collects and recycles used, discarded and un-saleable tires, recovering 100% of tire materials. This facility serves Ontario. Canadian Liquids Processors Ltd. – The only recycling facility of its kind in Canada, CLP provides confidential and secure liquid recycling and product destruction services for un-saleable consumable liquids, food, pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Wastes are converted into ethanol and renewable energy while recycling 100% of all packaging. CLP serves businesses Canada-wide.
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,698
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 645
- Reported office locations
- 567 Michigan Dr, Oakville, Ontario L6L 0G4, CA
- 6362 148th Street, Surrey, British Columbia V3S 3C4, CA
- 15 Biggar Avenue, Hamilton, Ontario L8L 3Z3, CA
- 8 Bramwin Court, Brampton, Ontario L6T 5G2, CA
- 132 Riverside Dr, North Vancouver District, BC V7H 1T9, CA
- Other recorded names
- Emterra Group
- Specialties
- Recycling
- Waste Diversion
- Zero Waste
- Waste Management
- and circular economy
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
Emterra Group is a family-owned, Canadian leader in recycling & waste management, serving industrial, commercial, residential and municipal customers in Canada and the USA. We partner with customers to realize the full “worth” of waste by diverting garbage from landfills and turning it into valuable resources. Our suite of recycling & waste management services allows our customers to meet their Zero Waste…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Environmental Services |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Oakville, Ontario |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1976 |
| Specialties | RecyclingWaste DiversionZero WasteWaste Managementand circular economy |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 64 |
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Who We Are
Emterra Group is a dynamic, growth-oriented, and safety-focused group of companies. organizations have been deemed to be an “essential service” by providing collection and processing for recycling, organics, and waste that keep our communities clean and safe. With customer service and safety as our focus, we are looking for an energetic and driven employee to support our growing company and play a crucial role in waste diversion and the circular economy. Emterra is proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers, a certified diverse supplier of the Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC) and the Canadian Women Business Enterprise National Council (WBE)
Position Description
- Safe and efficient operation of a Class 1 and / or 3 motor vehicles (with air brakes);
- Conduct all activities according to the collection schedule;
- Perform curbside recycling collection in a manner that meets or exceeds contract requirements;
- Conduct daily inspection of vehicle and accurately complete related documentation;
- Communicate with supervisor regarding concerns or suggestions; and
- Perform other related duties as may be assigned from time to time.
Skills & Qualification
- Requires Class 1 and / or 3 with air brake endorsement;
- Must have clean driver’s abstract;
- Minimum 2 years working experience driving with required license preferred;
- The ability to work overtime on an “as-needed” basis, is required;
- Good command of the English language (both verbal and written); and
- Experience in the waste and recycling industry or similar industry – an asset.
Reasons to Apply, Stay and Grow with Emterra Group:
- Opportunity to be part of one of Canada’s Greenest Employers!
- Competitive wages
- Comprehensive health benefits (health, dental, and more depending on what you choose)!
- Employee Assistance Program, paid for by the company!
- Be part of an entrepreneurial organization that wants to continue to learn and grow!
- Ability to have an impact and make a change!
Are you ready to jumpstart your career by joining one of Canada’s Greenest Employers and become part of the environmental solution? If so, apply now! We appreciate all applicants who apply however only those who are qualified, will be contacted.
Emterra Group is committed to maintaining an equitable, fair, and diverse environment. Any applicants who have a disability or require reasonable accommodation may speak directly with our Human Resources Department. Reasonable accommodations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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