Relief Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services•Reeds Spring, MO

About The Position

A Relief Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, complete waste removal services. 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 following assigned routes, servicing customers, handling and disposing of collected waste, maintaining vehicle readiness, and completing required reports. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with an 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 through, adhere to the work schedule, and address challenges as they arise.
Ability to follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve goals.

Nice To Haves

Two years of prior experience driving commercial trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities

Inspect the vehicle before and after operation according to Company policy, check that tires, fluids, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in working order, and report safety issues.
Safely drive the heavy truck along the designated route to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers listed or assigned by dispatch or a supervisor.
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 with customers, dispatchers, and others to ensure routes are serviced promptly and professionally.
Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable materials.
Clean areas affected by 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 required departmental productivity standards to service customers efficiently and on time.
Follow required safety policies and procedures.
Actively participate in the Company’s ReSOP program.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.