Republic Services
Provider of non‑hazardous solid waste collection, recycling, disposal and energy services.
Residential Helper I
Assist driver in residential waste collection, loading and route safety.
Job Highlights
About the Role
The Driver Helper rides on the vehicle and assists the Driver in delivering prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services on a designated residential route. This role includes safely loading waste, carrying bags and containers to the vehicle, and directing the Driver while maneuvering the vehicle, as well as maintaining cleanliness of the vehicle and work area. Key duties involve riding on the vehicle to support the Driver, operating the packing mechanism and levers to activate loading, cleaning waste from the packer blade and truck body after each trip, and performing thorough pre‑ and post‑operation inspections. The Helper also interacts courteously with customers and dispatchers, monitors waste for unacceptable material, cleans any accidental spills following safety standards, and adheres to productivity and safety policies.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸waste loading
- ▸pack operation
- ▸vehicle cleaning
- ▸inspections
- ▸customer service
- ▸safety compliance
Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability, life and accidental death insurance, an Employee and Family Assistance Program, discount programs, a retirement plan with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid time off. Republic Services has been recognized by Barron’s, CDP, Dow Jones, Ethisphere, Fortune, Great Place to Work, and S&P Global for sustainability and ethical practices. Employees benefit from ongoing investment in tools and technology, opportunities for learning and advancement, and a culture that values teamwork and making a positive impact on the world. • 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
Onsite