Driver - CDL (B)

Responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for customers. Ensures vehicle compliance with company safety standards, adheres to all regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports (VCRs) to address defects promptly.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports.
• Safely operate a heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map, and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher/supervisor.
• Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor, and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
• Courteously interact with customers, dispatchers, and others daily to ensure timely and professional service.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste and clean accidental spills while adhering to safety standards.
• Monitor vehicle condition to ensure operational readiness, minimize downtime, and clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip.
• Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs, and other reports as needed.
• Maintain adherence to productivity standards to ensure timely and efficient customer service.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures and actively participate in the company’s ReSOP program.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; professional, courteous, and cooperative demeanor with customers and coworkers.
• Good time management skills to complete responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Ability to follow through on tasks and adhere to work schedules while addressing challenges as they arise.
• Commitment to company policies and safety standards; avoids unnecessary risks.
• Pride in work and a drive to achieve all goals.
• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brakes endorsement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

Republic Services is a leader in environmental services, providing recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. The company serves 13 million customers across North America with a focus on sustainability, circularity, and decarbonization. Team members are guided by values of safety, service, environmental responsibility, and inclusivity.