Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Driver - CDL (B)
Safely operate a collection truck, service routes, inspect vehicle, and manage waste removal.
Job Highlights
About the Role
A Driver‑CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck, delivering prompt, courteous waste removal services while ensuring the vehicle meets company safety standards and complying with all regulations. Daily vehicle condition reports are completed to address defects promptly. The driver conducts thorough pre‑ and post‑operation inspections, operates the truck along assigned routes, lifts and loads refuse, operates the compactor, and disposes of material at designated facilities. They interact professionally with customers and dispatchers, tag unsatisfactory containers, monitor waste for violations, clean spills, keep the vehicle clean, and complete required productivity and condition reports. Safety policies, productivity standards, and the ReSOP program are followed, and other duties are performed as assigned. • Perform complete pre‑ and post‑operation vehicle inspections (tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, controls) • Operate manual/automatic controls to lift, load, compact, and dispose of waste along assigned routes • Read route sheets, follow maps, and service each customer as directed • Tag and report unsatisfactory waste containers per departmental procedures • Monitor waste for prohibited materials and clean accidental spills following safety standards • Keep the truck body and packer blade clean on each disposal trip • Complete daily route productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports (VCRs), and other required documentation • Adhere to productivity standards and safety policies, including participation in the ReSOP program • Maintain professional, courteous interactions with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers
Key Responsibilities
- ▸vehicle inspection
- ▸waste loading
- ▸route navigation
- ▸container tagging
- ▸spill cleanup
- ▸report documentation
What You Bring
Applicants must hold a Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver’s License with an air‑brake endorsement. Strong customer service, time‑management, follow‑through, and adherence to safety policies are essential. • Hold a Class B (or higher) Commercial Driver’s License with air‑brake endorsement
Requirements
- ▸class b
- ▸air‑brake
- ▸customer service
- ▸time management
- ▸safety policies
Benefits
The firm’s strategy focuses on growth in recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation, including the nation’s first integrated plastics‑recycling Polymer Center and expanding landfill‑gas‑to‑energy projects. Recent accolades include Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies and Great Place to Work. Employees benefit from continuous investment in tools, technology, learning opportunities, and a culture that values safety and sustainability. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage • Health care and dependent care spending accounts • Short‑ and long‑term disability benefits • 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)
Work Environment
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