Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Small Container Driver - CDL (B)
Operate a collection truck safely, service waste routes, and ensure vehicle compliance.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Driver – CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck to provide prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services. The driver also ensures the vehicle complies with the company’s safety standards, adheres to all state and federal regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports to address defects promptly. Before each shift, the driver performs a thorough pre‑ and post‑operation inspection, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls. While on route, the driver follows the route sheet, operates manual or automatic controls to lift, load, and compact refuse, and disposes of material at the designated facility. The driver interacts courteously with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers, tags unsatisfactory containers, monitors waste for violations, cleans accidental spills, and keeps the truck clean after each disposal trip. Daily paperwork includes route/productivity sheets, VCRs, and other required reports, and the driver must meet productivity standards while following all safety policies and the ReSOP program.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸truck operation
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸route management
- ▸customer interaction
- ▸paperwork
- ▸safety compliance
What You Bring
Strong customer service skills, effective time management, reliable follow‑through, and a commitment to safety and company policies are essential. The role requires a Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver’s License with an air‑brake endorsement.
Requirements
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸safety commitment
- ▸class b
- ▸air‑brake
- ▸reliability
Benefits
Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; health care and dependent care spending accounts; short‑ and long‑term disability; life and AD&D insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; discount programs; a retirement plan with a generous company match; an Employee Stock Purchase Plan; and paid time off. Recent recognitions include Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies, CDP Disclosure, Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies, Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies, and Great Place to Work awards. Republic Services emphasizes a supportive work environment, continuous investment in safety technology, and opportunities for learning and career growth. • Comprehensive medical, dental, 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 • Retirement plan with a generous company match • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) • Paid Time Off (PTO)
Work Environment
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