Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Pinconning, MI

17d

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides 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 (VCRs) so defects can be repaired promptly. The role involves serving assigned customer routes, transporting collected material to designated disposal sites, maintaining vehicle readiness, and meeting departmental productivity standards. Drivers are also expected to follow safety procedures, participate in the Company’s ReSOP program, and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) 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.
Ability to adhere to the work schedule and follow through on challenges.
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, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues on standard reports.
Safely operate the truck on the designated route and to the disposal site, following the route sheet and map and servicing customers as assigned.
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 on time.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them in accordance with departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean the area after accidental waste spills while following 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 disposal trips where appropriate.
Complete required route and productivity sheets, VCRs, 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.