Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Grand Junction, CO

20d•$20 - $28

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services. 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 also includes servicing customers along assigned routes, transporting collected material to disposal facilities, and maintaining the vehicle and required records.

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.
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 follow Company policies and rules, promote 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; check tires, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls, and report safety issues.
Safely operate the truck on the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as directed.
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 unacceptable materials.
Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with 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 departmental productivity standards to service customers efficiently and on time.
Follow required safety policies and procedures and actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.