Driver- CDL (B)-3

Republic Services•Baton Rouge, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

A Driver- CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers. In addition, a Driver – CDL (B) is responsible for ensuring his or her vehicle is in compliance with the Company’s safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle, and completes vehicle condition reports (“VCRs”) on a daily basis to ensure that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner.Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry, providing customers with recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. The company is committed to advancing circularity and supporting decarbonization to create a more sustainable world. In 2023, Republic’s total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. They serve 13 million customers and operate over 1,000 locations across North America, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills. Republic Services combines local operational management with standardized business practices to drive efficiencies while maintaining local decision-making. Customers choose Republic Services for their expertise in managing multiple recycling and waste streams and their commitment to exceeding expectations and sustainability goals. The company's 41,000 team members are guided by values: Safe, Committed to Serve, Environmentally Responsible, Driven, and Human-Centered. Republic Services boasts a high employee engagement score of 86 and an inclusive, diverse culture. In 2023, their Charitable Foundation and local community grants positively impacted 4.6 million people, focusing on building sustainable neighborhoods.Republic Services’ strategy aims for profitable growth through acquisitions and industry advancements, safely and sustainably managing customer waste streams via a North American network of vertically integrated assets. They focus on three growth areas: recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation. Expanding recycling and waste operations increases material for advanced recycling and cross-selling opportunities. Environmental solutions, including PFAS remediation, are also expanding geographically. Sustainability innovation includes the Republic Services Polymer Center, the nation’s first integrated plastics recycling facility, and Blue Polymers, a joint venture for sustainable packaging. They are also advancing decarbonization at landfills, with 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plans to expand to 115 by 2028.Republic Services is recognized by Barron’s, CDP, Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, Ethisphere, Fortune, Great Place to Work, and S&P Global for sustainability and ethical practices. The company emphasizes appreciation for effort, team support, investment in new tools and technology for safety and effectiveness, and opportunities for learning and growth. They are committed to

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s license with air brakes endorsement.

Responsibilities

Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order.
Report any safety issues on standard reports.
Safely operate his or her heavy truck along his or her designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.
Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.
Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs and other reports, as required.
Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.