Garbage truck driver/Operator- DZ License - OVERNIGHT
Company
Gemma Property Services
Location
Ottawa, ON
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 hours ago
Via
via SimplyHired
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Job Description
Must have experience in Garbage/Waste Operations.
Shift is overnights (8pm start) (4 days on, 4 days off rotating schedule) Looking for an experienced commercial driver to join our waste operations team. Start date is ASAP. Driver will be required to operate a side load split garbage truck and collect garbage and recycling waste at the same time. Driver will have a labourer to help with collection. Experience in Waste Operations is a must .
Bonus Pay will be top up to a minimum of 80 hours Bi-WEEKLY
Requirements:
• Valid Ontario DZ driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and CVOR;
• Minimum three(3) years experience driving with DZ licence
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Punctual, reliable, team player.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Experience:
• Commercial driving: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• DZ License (required)
Work Location: In person
Shift is overnights (8pm start) (4 days on, 4 days off rotating schedule) Looking for an experienced commercial driver to join our waste operations team. Start date is ASAP. Driver will be required to operate a side load split garbage truck and collect garbage and recycling waste at the same time. Driver will have a labourer to help with collection. Experience in Waste Operations is a must .
Bonus Pay will be top up to a minimum of 80 hours Bi-WEEKLY
Requirements:
• Valid Ontario DZ driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract and CVOR;
• Minimum three(3) years experience driving with DZ licence
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs;
• Punctual, reliable, team player.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $32.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care
Experience:
• Commercial driving: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
• DZ License (required)
Work Location: In person
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What is the minimum wage for truck driver jobs in Canada in 2026?
As per the Government of Canada, the minimum wage for driver jobs is CAD 17.25 per hour as of January 1 2026 in federally regulated sectors with overtime at 1.5 times after 40 hours weekly. Alberta sets CAD 15.00 per hour and Ontario sets CAD 17.20 per hour for the same role. Drivers must receive pay for all on-duty time including loading.
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What documents are required to apply for driver jobs in Canada?
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