CDL-B Relief Driver: Safe Waste Collection & Route Support

Republic Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 3,492,000 - 4,804,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual boot allowance

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Relief Driver- CDL (B) in Springfield, IL to operate a collection truck safely and provide courteous waste removal services. You will ensure compliance with safety standards and complete daily vehicle condition reports to address defects promptly.

The role requires performing regular vehicle inspections, loading waste, and servicing customers per route instructions. Prior truck driving experience is preferred, with a Monday–Friday shift and occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills to meet customer expectations and interact professionally with customers and coworkers.
• Excellent time management to complete responsibilities safely and efficiently.
• Reliable follow-through on schedules and challenges as they arise.
• Ability to adhere to company policies and safety rules to avoid unnecessary risk.
• Pride in work and strive to meet all goals.
• Two years of prior experience driving commercial trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections per policy to ensure safety equipment and controls are working.
• Safely operate the truck on assigned routes and service customers as indicated.
• Load refuse, operate the compactor, and dispose of material at the site.
• Interact courteously with customers and dispatchers to ensure timely service.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag them as required.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable materials and maintain vehicle readiness.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Follow-through

Policy adherence

Pride in work

CDL experience

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Relief Driver- CDL (B) in Springfield, IL to operate a collection truck safely and provide courteous waste removal services. You will ensure compliance with safety standards and complete daily vehicle condition reports to address defects promptly.

The role requires performing regular vehicle inspections, loading waste, and servicing customers per route instructions. Prior truck driving experience is preferred, with a Monday–Friday shift and occasional Saturdays.