Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Sumner, IL

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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 role includes ensuring the vehicle meets company safety standards before operation, following company, state, and federal regulations, and completing daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly.

Drivers service an assigned route, transport collected waste to designated disposal facilities, and use manual or automatic controls to load refuse and operate the compactor. They interact professionally with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers; monitor waste and vehicle condition; address spills and unsatisfactory containers in accordance with applicable procedures; and complete required route, productivity, and vehicle reports. Drivers must follow safety policies and procedures and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.

Requirements

• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, and cooperatively with 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 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 in accordance with company policy, checking tires, fluids, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues.
• Safely operate the truck on the designated route and to the disposal site, follow route sheets and maps, and service customers as directed.
• Operate 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 applicable departmental procedures.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable material.
• Clean the area around 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 disposal trips 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 required safety policies and procedures and actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may 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