CDL B Driver

Position Summary A Driver- CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for customers. In addition, the driver must ensure the vehicle complies with company safety standards prior to operation, adhere to all company, state, and federal regulations at all times while operating the vehicle, and complete vehicle condition reports ("VCRs") daily to ensure any vehicle defects are repaired promptly. Principal Responsibilities Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports. Safely operate the heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by dispatcher or supervisor. Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility. Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers, and others daily to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner. Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures. Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste. Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies. Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip. Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs and other reports, as required. Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner. Follow all required safety policies and procedures. Actively participate in the company’s ReSOP program. Perform other job‑related duties as assigned. Good customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; act in a professional, courteous, and cooperative manner toward customers and co‑workers; work with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness. Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed efficiently and safely. Good follow‑through ability; adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise. Ability to adhere to company policies and rules set forth; promote the company’s safety standards; avoid inappropriate risks. Maintain a sense of pride in work; strive to achieve all goals. Minimum Requirements Class B or higher commercial driver’s license with air brakes endorsement. Benefits 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. 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP). Paid Time Off (PTO). The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company. EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. For any concerns relating to Republic Services’ commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4. #J-18808-Ljbffr