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Collection Driver Jobs in Surrey, BC (NOW HIRING)

Waste Connections Inc

Driver Helper

Vancouver, BC

CA$27/hr

Assisting with the collection of solid waste by manually loading garbage, recycling, and yard waste into the truck on designated routes. Assisting the garbage truck driver with backing and other ...

GFL Environmental

Spare - Driver II

Abbotsford, BC

GFL Environmental is looking for Spare Drivers to join our Residential Collection team in Abbotsford, British Columbia! Availability Requirement: Please note that this is an on-call position. To ...

STRIVE Recruitment

Driver Route Supervisor

Coquitlam, BC · On-site

$85K - $90K/yr

... 18-25 collection truck drivers to ensure on-road policies are followed , assigned routes are on schedule, and track performance from multiple routes running from Metro Vancouver all the way to ...

Emterra Group

Class 3 Driver Mission

Abbotsford, BC

$28.50/hr

Safe collection of residential recycle blue boxes; * Daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; * Observe safe work practices; * Delivery of recycling to the recycle processing facility;

SECURE

Short Haul Driver

Richmond, BC

As Short Haul Driver at SECURE, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of waste between collection sites and client locations. You will operate a variety of ...

SECURE

Short Haul Driver

Richmond, BC · On-site

Your Opportunity at SECURE As Short Haul Driver at SECURE, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and timely transportation of waste between collection sites and client locations. You will ...

Waste Connections Inc

Dispatcher

Vancouver, BC

CA$52K - CA$57K/yr

Coordinating driver routes and schedules to ensure timely and efficient waste collection services. Communicating with drivers throughout the day to provide updates, route adjustments, andproblem ...

Waste Connections of Canada

Dispatcher

Vancouver, BC

CA$52K - CA$57K/yr

Coordinating driver routes and schedules to ensure timely and efficient waste collection services. Communicating with drivers throughout the day to provide updates, route adjustments, andproblem ...

Aluma-Glass Ltd.

Foreman

Surrey, BC · On-site

Collection of site reports Example: toolbox talk meeting reports. * Experience in reading ... Class 5 Drivers license * Adaptable and able to manage the unexpected * Red Seal Journeyman Glazier ...

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How much do collection driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for collection driver in Surrey, BC is $20.66, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.36 and $21.90 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Collection Driver vs Delivery Driver?

AspectCollection DriverDelivery Driver
Primary RoleCollects payments or goods from customers or clientsDelivers goods or packages to customers
Required CredentialsDriver's license, possibly a collection or payment handling certificationDriver's license, delivery or route planning experience
Work EnvironmentUrban or suburban areas, customer sites, collection pointsResidential or commercial delivery routes
Industry UsageFinancial services, logistics, courier companiesRetail, e-commerce, food delivery

While both roles involve driving, Collection Drivers focus on collecting payments or goods from customers, often in financial or logistics sectors. Delivery Drivers primarily focus on transporting goods to customers. The skills and certifications overlap but differ in their core responsibilities and work environments.

Spare Driver - Residential Collection

GFL Environmental

Coquitlam, BC

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

GFL Environmental rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 171 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 90 rated recycling and waste

Job description


GFL Environmental is looking for Spare Drivers to join our Residential Collection team in Coquitlam, British Columbia!

Availability Requirement: Please note that this is an on-call position. To ensure operational coverage, the successful candidate must maintain open availability for dispatch 7 days a week.

License Requirement: Applicants must hold a minimum Class 5 license with Air Brake Endorsement. Class 3 is preferred.

Benefits: Competitive benefits plan, including:

  • Extended Health, Dental and Vision

  • Retirement Savings Options

  • Paid holidays, 10 days of paid time off per year

As the faces of GFL, our Solids Residential Drivers interact with residential communities on a day-to-day basis and perform tasks that make those communities safer and cleaner places to live.

The primary focus of this role is to collect and transport waste from assigned residential routes to our GFL facilities, where they then properly dispose of all materials. **This is a highly physical role - individuals must be able to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques**

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manually load recyclable waste into the rear or side of waste collection vehicle.

  • Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and hydraulic system to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on specified collection route.

  • Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.

  • Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.

  • Exhibit a professional demeanor, manner and appearance at all times (i.e., meeting customers and/or the general public while on route or in uniform.)

  • Maintain accurate records of services performed.


Requirements:

  • Must possess a Class 5 Driver's License with an Air Brake Endorsement

  • Ability to exert muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry objects up to 50 pounds repetitively using proper lifting techniques

  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to safely drive the truck and operate the equipment

Other advantages to working at GFL:

  • A network of 20,000+ employees across North America

  • Diverse career pathways and internal growth opportunities

  • Increased sustainability of your community, through the Full Circle Project

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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 contactmyworkdayrecruitment@gflenv.com
Please note that GFL does not provide visa sponsorshipfor 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.


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