Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
CDL B Driver
Drive a collection truck, service waste routes, inspect vehicle, ensure safe, courteous service.
Job Highlights
About the Role
A Driver‑CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing prompt, courteous waste removal services. The driver must ensure the vehicle meets the company’s safety standards before operation, adhere to all company, state and federal regulations, and complete daily vehicle condition reports to address any defects promptly. Key duties include performing thorough pre‑ and post‑operation inspections, safely navigating assigned routes and disposal sites, loading and compacting refuse using manual or automatic controls, and interacting courteously with customers, dispatchers, and colleagues. The driver also tags unsatisfactory containers, cleans accidental spills, monitors vehicle condition, and completes required route, productivity, and VCR reports.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸truck operation
- ▸safety checks
- ▸pre‑post inspections
- ▸refuse loading
- ▸route navigation
- ▸productivity reporting
What You Bring
The role requires strong customer service skills, effective time management, reliability, and a commitment to safety and company policies. Employees are expected to act professionally, demonstrate honesty, and take pride in their work. Minimum qualifications include a Class B (or higher) commercial driver’s license with an air‑brake endorsement, a willingness to work a 4 am start Monday‑Friday with occasional Saturdays and up to 10 hours of overtime weekly, and residence on the residential route with weekly pay.
Requirements
- ▸customer service
- ▸class b
- ▸air‑brake
- ▸reliability
- ▸safety
- ▸time management
Benefits
Compensation ranges from $19.35 to $26.62 per hour, varying by locality, and includes overtime potential, a bonus plan, and eligibility for a comprehensive benefits package. Employees benefit from modern tools and technology that enable safe and effective work, ample opportunities for professional growth, and a collaborative environment that emphasizes sustainability and teamwork. • Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. • Health care and dependent care spending accounts. • Short- and long-term disability. • Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. • Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). • Employee discount programs. • 401(k) plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
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