Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Santa Ana, CA

5h

About The Position

The Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services. The role includes ensuring 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, service customers, handle and dispose of collected materials, maintain vehicle readiness, and complete required reports while meeting productivity and safety standards.

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.
• Ability to follow a work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
• Pride in work and a commitment to achieving 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; report safety issues on standard reports.
• Safely operate the heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site, following route sheets and maps and servicing customers as directed.
• Use manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with safety procedures 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 in a timely manner.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to applicable 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 maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body where appropriate on each disposal trip.
• 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 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 generous 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