Truck Driver CDL (B) Commercial

Republic Services • Bloomington, IL

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About The Position

A Driver – CDL (B) safely operates a collection truck and provides prompt, courteous, and complete waste removal services to customers. The driver ensures the vehicle complies with 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 requires operating assigned routes, handling refuse and equipment safely, monitoring vehicle and waste conditions, maintaining required records, and meeting productivity standards. Drivers interact professionally with customers, dispatchers, and coworkers and participate in the Company’s ReSOP program. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

The listed pay range is $20.35 to $28.00, with the actual range depending on the locality where the employee is hired. Eligible employees may elect to participate in the benefits described in the posting.

Requirements

• Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s License with an air brakes endorsement.
• Good customer service skills and the ability to act professionally, courteously, cooperatively, honestly, and in a trustworthy manner 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 follow Company policies and rules, promote Company 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, checking tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls; report safety issues on standard reports.
• Safely operate a heavy truck along the designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheets, follow maps, and service customers as listed or assigned by a dispatcher or supervisor.
• Operate manual and/or automatic controls according to Company safety policies and procedures 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 applicable departmental procedures.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable material.
• Clean the area around an accidental waste spill in accordance with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Monitor vehicle condition to ensure 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 so customers are serviced efficiently and on time.
• Follow required safety policies and procedures and 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.
• Eligible employees may elect health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Eligible employees may elect short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Eligible employees may elect life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) 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