Small Container Front Load Driver CDL (B)

Republic Services•Boone, NC

About The Position

A 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, complies with Company, state, and federal regulations, and completes daily vehicle condition reports (VCRs) so vehicle defects can be repaired promptly. The role also involves customer service, route and productivity reporting, vehicle inspections and upkeep, and adherence to safety and productivity standards. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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 toward 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 follow Company policies and rules, promote safety standards, and avoid inappropriate risks.
Pride in work and motivation to achieve goals.

Responsibilities

Perform complete pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections according to Company policy, check tires, fluids, safety equipment, gauges, and controls, and report safety issues.
Safely operate a heavy truck on the assigned route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as listed or directed by dispatch or a supervisor.
Operate manual and/or automatic controls according to safety procedures to lift and load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
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 the area around 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 route and productivity sheets, VCRs, and other required reports.
Meet departmental productivity standards so customers are serviced 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.