Relief Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Cahokia, IL

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About The Position

A Relief Driver - CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and 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 (VCRs) so defects can be repaired promptly.

The role includes serving assigned customer routes, transporting collected materials to designated disposal facilities, maintaining vehicle readiness, documenting route and vehicle information, and following safety and productivity requirements. The driver also interacts professionally with customers and colleagues and participates in the Company’s ReSOP program.

Republic Services describes itself as an environmental services company focused on recycling and waste, environmental solutions, and sustainability innovation. Its stated values include safety, service, environmental responsibility, results, and respect for people.

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 approach toward customers and coworkers.
• 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 comply with 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

• Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections under Company policy, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues on standard reports.
• Safely operate the truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers listed or assigned by dispatch or a supervisor.
• Use manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with safety policies 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 material.
• Clean the area around accidental waste spills while following applicable safety standards and policies.
• Monitor vehicle condition to maintain operational readiness and minimize downtime; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on disposal trips where appropriate.
• Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs, and other reports.
• Meet required departmental productivity standards so customers are serviced efficiently and on time.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• 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
• Education Level: No Education Listed