Driver - CDL (B) - Residential Driver

Republic Services•Auburn, MA

2d•$22 - $31

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers. The driver ensures the vehicle meets Company safety standards before operation, follows Company, state, and federal regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. The position involves inspecting and maintaining the truck, following assigned routes and route sheets, collecting and disposing of refuse, interacting professionally with customers and colleagues, and completing required reports. Drivers must follow safety policies, meet productivity standards, and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program. Other job-related duties may be assigned. The listed pay range is $22.40 to $30.80; actual pay depends on the locality where the employee is hired. Eligible employees may elect to participate in the benefits programs described in the posting.

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 co-workers.
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 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, and report safety issues on standard reports.
Safely operate the truck on the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as listed or as assigned by the dispatcher or 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 and professionally with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure customer routes are serviced promptly.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to applicable departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean the area around accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition to keep it operationally ready 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 required departmental productivity standards so customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
Follow required safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.