Commercial Front Load Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Pimento, IN

10d

About The Position

A Driver – CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers. The driver ensures the vehicle meets Company safety standards before operation, complies with Company, state, and federal regulations while driving, and completes daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. The role includes inspecting and maintaining the vehicle, following assigned routes, collecting and disposing of refuse, interacting professionally with customers and coworkers, and completing required reports. Drivers must meet departmental productivity standards and follow all safety policies and procedures. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, cooperatively, honestly, and trustworthily toward customers and coworkers.
Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Good follow-through; adhere to the work schedule and address challenges as they arise.
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules, promote Company safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Take pride in work and strive to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections in accordance with Company policy, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls, and report safety issues.
Safely operate a heavy truck along designated routes and to disposal sites; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as assigned by the route sheet, dispatcher, or supervisor.
Operate manual and/or automatic controls to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
Interact courteously and professionally with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure routes are serviced promptly.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to applicable procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean areas around accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition to ensure it remains operationally ready; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip where appropriate.
Complete required route/productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other reports.
Meet required departmental productivity standards so customers are serviced efficiently and promptly.
Follow required safety policies and procedures and actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.