Driver II - NV Union

Republic Services•Henderson, NV

About The Position

A Driver II (CDL B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, 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 addressed promptly.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License with air brakes endorsement.

Nice To Haves

Two years of prior experience driving commercial trucks.

Responsibilities

Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections in accordance with Company policy, check that tires, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are working properly, and report safety issues.
Safely drive the heavy truck on the assigned route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as directed by the route sheet, dispatcher, or supervisor.
Operate manual 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 promptly.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for unacceptable materials.
Clean areas affected by 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 each disposal trip where appropriate.
Complete required route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other reports.
Meet required departmental 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.
Provide good customer service, manage time effectively, follow through on challenges, adhere to work schedules and Company policies, promote safety, and take pride in achieving goals.