Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Commercial Rear Load Driver
Operate waste collection truck, ensure safety, service customers, complete reports.
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 must ensure the vehicle meets safety standards, comply with all company, state, and federal regulations, and complete daily vehicle condition reports. Key duties include performing thorough pre‑ and post‑operation inspections, reading route sheets, and operating manual or automatic controls to lift, load, and compact refuse before disposing of it at designated sites. The driver must interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and colleagues, tag unsatisfactory containers, monitor waste for compliance, and clean any accidental spills according to safety policies. Vehicle cleanliness, such as removing waste from the packer blade and truck body, is maintained on each disposal trip, and required reports and productivity sheets are completed accurately. Participation in the Company’s ReSOP program and other assigned tasks are also expected.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸truck operation
- ▸pre‑inspection
- ▸route navigation
- ▸refuse loading
- ▸compliance monitoring
- ▸report completion
What You Bring
Strong customer‑service skills are essential; the driver should act professionally, courteously, and cooperatively toward customers and co‑workers. Good time‑management, follow‑through, and honesty are required to meet schedules and maintain safety standards. Pride in work and adherence to company policies are emphasized. Applicants must hold a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License with an air‑brake endorsement. This credential ensures the driver is qualified to operate heavy collection trucks safely.
Requirements
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸class b
- ▸air‑brake
- ▸safety standards
Benefits
Eligible employees can participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and AD&D insurance, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, employee discount programs, a retirement plan with a generous company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid time off. Additional benefits details are available at the company website. The company has received recognitions such as Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies, CDP Disclosure, and Great Place to Work. Employees benefit from continuous investment in tools and technology, opportunities for learning and advancement, and a culture that values sustainability in action. Republic Services strives to leave the world better than it found it through daily work. • 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. • Retirement plan with a generous company match. • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). • Paid Time Off (PTO).
Work Environment
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