Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Osage Beach, MO

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services. The driver ensures the vehicle meets Company safety standards before operation, complies with Company, state, and federal regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. The role follows designated routes, services customers identified on route sheets or assigned by dispatch or a supervisor, transports collected material to designated disposal facilities, and maintains the vehicle’s operational readiness. Drivers also complete required reports, meet productivity standards, follow safety procedures, and interact professionally with customers and coworkers. Republic Services describes itself as an environmental services company providing recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste, and field services. Its company values include safety, customer service, environmental responsibility, results, and respect for people.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy manner.
Good time management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
Ability to follow work schedules and follow through on challenges.
Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections according to Company policy, check vehicle systems and safety equipment, and report safety issues.
Safely operate the truck on designated routes and to disposal sites, following route sheets and maps and servicing assigned customers.
Operate manual and/or automatic controls to lift and load refuse, run 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 procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean the area after accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition, maintain operational readiness, and 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.
Follow required safety policies and procedures and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.