Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Sumner, IL

5d • $18 - $25

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for customers. The role includes checking that the vehicle meets Company safety standards before operation, complying with Company, state, and federal regulations, and completing daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. Drivers follow assigned routes to serve customers and transport collected material to designated disposal facilities. They also maintain vehicle readiness, complete required reports, meet productivity standards, and follow safety 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 a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy manner toward customers and coworkers.
• 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 comply with Company policies and rules, promote Company safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
• Pride in work and commitment to achieving goals.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Eligible employees can elect to participate in 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 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed