Driver Trainee

About the Role

• Remain employed for 12 months after obtaining the CDL. • Perform pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections to verify tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, and controls. • Safely operate a commercial truck along assigned routes, following route sheets and dispatcher instructions. • Operate manual/automatic controls to lift, load, compact, and dispose of waste at designated facilities. • Identify and tag unsatisfactory waste containers per departmental procedures. • Continuously monitor waste for unacceptable material and report safety issues. • Keep assigned vehicle operationally ready, cleaning packer blade and truck body each trip. • After CDL acquisition, serve as a Driver in Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll‑Off lines of business.

Key Responsibilities

• ▸vehicle inspection
• ▸truck operation
• ▸load/compact
• ▸container tagging
• ▸safety monitoring
• ▸vehicle maintenance

What You Bring

Successful completion of the CDL training program requires passing the state examination and remaining with Republic Services for twelve consecutive months after licensure. Trainees will also learn to conduct thorough pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections, adhere to safety policies, and operate heavy trucks safely along designated routes. • Complete Republic Services’ CDL training program, including classroom study, on‑route training, and hands‑on driving experience. • Pass the state CDL examination using company‑provided resources and a loaned truck. • Must be eligible to obtain a commercial driver’s license (no prohibitions).

Requirements

• ▸cdl training
• ▸cdl exam
• ▸commercial license
• ▸vehicle inspection
• ▸safety policies
• ▸12‑month

Benefits

A Driver Trainee at Republic Services will enroll in a comprehensive program designed to prepare them for a commercial driver’s license (CDL). The training combines classroom instruction, on‑route experience, and the use of a loaned truck, after which trainees transition to a full‑time Driver role in one of the company’s business lines, such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll‑Off. The position requires no legal prohibitions to obtaining a CDL and offers a pay range of $19.70 to $21.67 per hour, adjusted by locality. Additional compensation may include a bonus plan where applicable. Eligible employees can elect a broad suite of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off, among other programs that support health, financial security, and work‑life balance. • Pay range $19.70–$21.67 per hour, varying by locality. • 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. • 401(k) plan with company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).

Work Environment

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