Front Load Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Tinton Falls, NJ

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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, complies with Company, state, and federal regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports (VCRs) so defects can be repaired promptly. The role also involves servicing assigned customer routes, handling collected waste safely, maintaining the truck, completing required documentation, and meeting departmental productivity standards.

The position requires professional and cooperative interactions with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers, as well as adherence to Company policies and safety procedures. Drivers are expected to demonstrate sound time management, follow-through, honesty, trustworthiness, and pride in their work. Other job-related duties may be 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 with customers and coworkers.
• Good time-management skills to complete assigned responsibilities efficiently and safely.
• Ability to follow through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
• Ability to comply with 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 according to Company policy, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues.
• Safely operate the heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; use route sheets and maps to service assigned customers.
• Operate manual or automatic controls to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of materials at the designated facility in accordance with safety procedures.
• 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 the area after accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Monitor vehicle condition to ensure operational readiness 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 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.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may elect comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans, and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed