Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Ivyland, PA

About The Position

A Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services for 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 role includes inspecting and maintaining vehicle readiness, servicing assigned customer routes, operating truck controls and compactor equipment, monitoring waste for unacceptable materials, and responding safely to spills. Drivers interact professionally with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers; complete route and vehicle reports; meet productivity standards; and follow all safety policies, including participation in the Company’s ReSOP program. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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 the work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise.
Ability to adhere to 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, including checks of tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues.
Safely operate the truck along 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, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at designated facilities.
Interact courteously and professionally with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure routes are serviced in a timely manner.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean areas around accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
Monitor vehicle condition to maintain operational readiness, minimize downtime, 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 department productivity standards to service customers 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.