Relief Driver - CDL B

Republic Services • Felton, DE

6d

About The Position

A Relief Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck and providing prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers. The role includes checking that the vehicle meets Company safety standards before operation, following Company, state, and federal regulations, and completing daily vehicle condition reports so defects can be repaired promptly. The driver follows assigned routes to serve customers and transport collected material to designated disposal facilities, while maintaining vehicle readiness and meeting productivity standards.

Requirements

• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with air brakes endorsement.
• Good customer service skills and a professional, courteous, cooperative, honest, and trustworthy approach.
• 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 commitment to achieving goals.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of prior experience driving commercial trucks preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections, check that vehicle systems and safety equipment are working properly, and report safety issues.
• Safely operate a heavy truck along designated routes and to disposal sites; follow route sheets and maps and service assigned customers.
• Operate manual and/or automatic controls to lift and load refuse, use 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 areas affected by accidental waste spills in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Monitor vehicle condition and readiness, and clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on disposal trips where appropriate.
• Complete route and productivity sheets, vehicle condition reports, and other required reports.
• Meet departmental productivity standards and service customers efficiently and on time.
• Follow required safety policies and procedures.
• Participate actively 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed