Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Residential Helper I
Assist driver with waste removal and vehicle operations on residential routes.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Driver Helper rides on the vehicle and assists the Driver in delivering prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers on a designated residential route. The helper is responsible for safely loading waste, carrying bags and containers to the vehicle, and directing the Driver while maneuvering the vehicle. Key duties include riding on the vehicle to support the Driver, operating the packing mechanism and loading levers, cleaning waste from the packer blade and truck body after each disposal, and performing thorough pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections. The Helper also interacts courteously with customers and dispatchers, monitors waste for unacceptable material, cleans accidental spills according to safety standards, and adheres to productivity and safety policies while performing other assigned tasks.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸waste loading
- ▸packer operation
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸spill cleanup
- ▸customer interaction
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Customers ranging from small businesses to municipalities choose Republic Services for its expertise in managing multiple recycling and waste streams and its commitment to exceed expectations and support sustainability goals. The 41,000 team members focus not only on what they do but also on how they do it.
Requirements
- ▸customer focus
- ▸sustainability
- ▸municipal
- ▸small business
- ▸exceed expectations
- ▸teamwork
Benefits
Eligible employees can participate in a comprehensive benefits program that includes medical, dental, vision, health care spending accounts, disability coverage, life and accidental death insurance, employee assistance, discount programs, a retirement plan with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, and paid time off. • 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 coverage • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP) • Employee discount programs • Retirement plan with company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
Onsite