Driver - CDL (B) Commercial

Republic Services • Urbana, IL

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About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing 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, and completes daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly.

The role involves inspecting and maintaining readiness of the vehicle, following assigned routes and service instructions, loading and disposing of refuse, interacting professionally with customers and colleagues, and completing required reports. Drivers must follow safety procedures, productivity standards, and Company policies, and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program. 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 a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach.
• Good time-management skills to complete responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Ability to follow through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
• Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
• Pride in work and commitment to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections, check that equipment and controls are working properly, and report safety issues.
• Safely operate a heavy truck along an assigned route and to the disposal site, following route sheets, maps, and dispatcher or supervisor instructions.
• Use 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 departmental procedures.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable material.
• Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Monitor vehicle condition and maintain operational readiness; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on disposal trips where appropriate.
• Complete required route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other reports.
• Meet required departmental productivity standards.
• Follow required safety policies and procedures and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees can elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed