Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Driver Trainee
Train to earn a CDL and operate commercial waste trucks for Republic Services.
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Remain employed for 12 months after obtaining the CDL. • Perform pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections and report safety issues. • Safely operate a commercial truck on assigned routes, load and unload refuse, and operate the compactor. • Identify and tag unsatisfactory waste containers per departmental procedures. • Continuously monitor waste for unacceptable material and vehicle condition, cleaning equipment each trip. • Follow all safety policies and procedures. • After licensing, perform full driver duties in residential, commercial, industrial, or roll‑off services.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸truck operation
- ▸compactor operation
- ▸container tagging
- ▸waste monitoring
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
A Driver Trainee at Republic Services will be trained to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) through a comprehensive program that includes classroom study, on‑route training, and hands‑on driving experience. Upon successful completion and CDL certification, the trainee will transition into a full Driver role across various business lines such as Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll‑Off. The role involves learning to conduct complete vehicle inspections, safely operate heavy trucks, load and unload refuse, and monitor waste and equipment conditions. Trainees will also learn to identify and tag unsatisfactory waste containers and adhere to all safety policies before assuming full driver responsibilities after licensing. • Complete Republic Services’ CDL training program, including classroom, on‑route training, and truck loan, and pass the state CDL exam.
Requirements
- ▸cdl training
- ▸cdl certification
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸heavy trucks
- ▸refuse loading
- ▸safety compliance
Benefits
Candidates must have no prohibitions to acquiring a CDL and are required to remain employed for twelve months after obtaining the license. Compensation ranges from $18.75 to $20.62 per hour, varying by locality, with additional bonus and benefit options. • 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 a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
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