Driver Trainee

About the Role

During the training period, the trainee will learn to conduct complete pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections, operate a heavy commercial truck safely along assigned routes, and handle loading, compactor operation, and disposal of waste at designated facilities. Additional duties include identifying unsatisfactory waste containers, monitoring waste for prohibited materials, keeping the vehicle operationally ready by cleaning it after each trip, and adhering to all safety policies. After obtaining the CDL, the employee will perform the full range of driver responsibilities in the assigned line of business and any other tasks as directed. • Remain employed for 12 months after obtaining the CDL • Perform pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections and report safety issues • Operate a commercial truck safely along assigned routes, load and unload refuse, and run the compactor • Identify and tag unsatisfactory waste containers according to procedures • Monitor waste for prohibited materials and report findings • Keep assigned vehicle operationally ready by cleaning packer blade and truck body after each trip • Follow all safety policies and procedures • Drive in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll‑Off lines after CDL acquisition

Key Responsibilities

• ▸vehicle inspection
• ▸truck operation
• ▸waste loading
• ▸compactor use
• ▸container tagging
• ▸safety reporting

What You Bring

• Complete Republic Services’ CDL training program (classroom, on‑route, driving, truck loan) and pass the state exam

Requirements

• ▸cdl
• ▸training
• ▸state exam

Benefits

Republic Services will train a Driver Trainee to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and subsequently assume full driver responsibilities. The trainee will complete a comprehensive training program that includes classroom study, on‑route training, and hands‑on driving experience using a loaned truck. Upon successful completion and CDL certification, the employee will be placed in a driver role within one of the company’s lines of business such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll‑Off. Candidates must have no prohibitions to acquiring a CDL. Employees are eligible for a competitive compensation package and a broad range of benefits, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off options. Additional offerings such as health‑care spending accounts, disability insurance, and employee assistance programs further support staff wellbeing. • 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 generous company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO) • CDP Disclosure • Great Place to Work

Work Environment

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