Relief Driver - CDL (B)

Republic Services • Amarillo, TX

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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, complies with Company, state, and federal regulations while driving, and completes daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. The role also includes servicing assigned customer routes, transporting collected materials to designated disposal sites, and maintaining the vehicle and required documentation.

Requirements

• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, cooperatively, honestly, and trustworthily.
• 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 adhere to 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 in accordance with Company policy, checking tires, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues.
• Safely operate a heavy truck along assigned routes and to disposal sites, following route sheets and maps and servicing customers as directed.
• Use 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 promptly.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them according to departmental procedures.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable material.
• Clean areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with 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 each disposal trip where appropriate.
• Complete required route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other reports.
• Meet required departmental productivity standards.
• 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.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).

What This Job Offers

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