Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Waste Collection Truck Driver CDL (B)
Safely operate a waste collection truck and provide courteous waste removal services.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Driver – CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck to provide prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services. The role also includes ensuring the vehicle meets the company’s safety standards, complying with all company, state, and federal regulations, and completing daily vehicle condition reports to address defects promptly. Key duties include performing pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections for tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; reading route sheets, following maps, and servicing each customer as assigned; operating manual or automatic controls to lift, load, compact, and dispose of refuse at designated facilities; and interacting courteously with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers. The driver must monitor waste for unacceptable materials, tag unsatisfactory containers, clean accidental spills according to safety policies, and keep the truck clean by removing waste from the packer blade and body on each disposal trip. They also complete required route, productivity, and vehicle condition reports while meeting productivity standards and participating in the Company’s ReSOP safety program.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸truck operation
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸route navigation
- ▸load compact
- ▸customer service
- ▸report completion
What You Bring
The position requires strong customer service skills, good time management, reliable follow‑through, and adherence to company policies and safety standards. Employees are expected to take pride in their work, act with honesty and trustworthiness, and contribute positively to the team environment. Minimum qualifications include a Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver’s License with air‑brake endorsement. Eligible employees receive a comprehensive compensation package and a range of benefits.
Requirements
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸class b cdl
- ▸air‑brake
- ▸safety standards
Benefits
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care spending accounts • Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment coverage • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee discount programs • Retirement plan with generous company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
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