Commercial Front Load Driver

Republic Services•Philadelphia, PA

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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 designated routes and service instructions, operating vehicle controls and compaction equipment, interacting professionally with customers and coworkers, and completing required reports. Drivers also follow safety and productivity procedures, monitor collected waste for unacceptable materials, and respond to accidental spills according to applicable standards.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach.
Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Ability to follow work schedules and see challenges through to completion.
Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections, check vehicle components and safety equipment, and report safety issues.
Safely drive the heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; follow route sheets and maps and service assigned customers.
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.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition to keep it operationally ready and minimize downtime; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on disposal trips where appropriate.
Complete route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other required reports.
Meet required departmental productivity standards.
Follow required safety policies and procedures and participate actively in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.