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Join Cascades in Ottawa as a full-time DZ Driver with a 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM schedule and a base pay of $26.80–$27.80 per hour, plus boot or tool allowance and essential benefits. You will operate rear packer, roll-off, straight and pickup trucks to collect recycled materials, perform pre and post-trip checks, complete route paperwork, and represent the company at client sites. Requirements include a valid DZ with air brake endorsement and knowledge of Ottawa. To apply, tailor your resume to prove your license, safety record and recycling experience, and highlight reliability and teamwork. Cascades values diversity and inclusion; all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

Welcome to Cascades!

At Cascades, Sustainable Development means Respecting the True Nature of our 10,000 talents. We put you first:

• Base salary range for Driver - DZ: $26.80 - $27.80 / hr

• Schedule: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Full Time)

• Boot and/or tool allowance

• Telemedicine, Group insurance

• Financial Benefits: Profit Sharing Plan, Retirement Plan with company matching, Stock Options & Annual flexible reimbursement program

• Employee assistance program (because we care about the physical and mental health of our people)

Develop Your Talents

By applying your expertise within our facility in Ottawa, as the Driver - DZ:

Main Responsibilities

• Operation: Drive a Rear Packer, Roll-Off, Straight Truck, and/or Pick-up truck to various customer locations to collect recycled materials.

• Vehicle Maintenance & Safety: Complete pre- and post-trip truck circle checks per inspection sheets. Immediately report equipment defects, repair orders, or any vehicle/property damage.

• Customer & Site Service: Represent the company in a neat and courteous manner. Notify clients upon arrival and clean up any fallen debris/materials prior to departure.

• Documentation: Complete all job-specific paperwork, including route sheets, work orders, scale tickets, mileage reports, and logbooks.

• Vehicle-Specific Operations:

  • Rear Packer: Safely empty containers into the hopper ensuring even load distribution.

  • Roll-Off: Switch, install, remove, or tarp containers; secure compactor bins; and lock out equipment prior to switching.

  • Straight & Pick-up Trucks: Switch rolling bins of recycled material, secure loads properly, and transport to the plant or designated drop-off sites as directed by Dispatch.

There's Nobody Quite Like You!

Respect your true nature by putting forward your strengths:

Qualifications & Experience

• Education/Licensing: Valid DZ Driver’s License with air brake endorsement.

• Experience: Experience in a related industry (recycling, waste management, etc.) is a definite asset.

• Skills:

  • Strong organizational and time management skills.

  • Good knowledge of the City of Ottawa and surrounding areas.

  • Strong customer service attitude and good communication skills.

  • Accuracy with weights and measures.

  • Ability to handle exposure to outside weather conditions during loading.

We Look Forward to Meeting You!

About Cascades

Cascades believes in the success of an inclusive organization that values diversity within its team. All qualified candidates will be considered for this position in a fair manner.