Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Cuyahoga Falls, OH

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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 for 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 (VCRs) so defects can be repaired promptly. The role includes inspecting and maintaining the vehicle, following assigned routes, collecting and disposing of waste, interacting professionally with customers and coworkers, completing required reports, and adhering to safety and productivity standards. The driver also participates in the Company’s ReSOP program and performs other job-related duties as assigned.

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.
Good follow-through; adherence to the work schedule and ability to address challenges as they arise.
Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve 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 a heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as identified 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 materials.
Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills while following applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition to ensure it is operationally ready and minimize downtime; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body where appropriate on each disposal trip.
Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs, and other reports.
Meet required departmental productivity standards to ensure customers are serviced efficiently and on time.
Follow required safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.