CDL Training Driver Trainee: Start Your Driving Career

Republic Services, Inc.; Georgetown Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee in the United States who will undergo a structured CDL training program and then transition into a Driver role across Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll-Off lines of business.

The program includes classroom study, on‑route training, and access to a truck to prepare for the CDL exam. Upon completion of the CDL, the trainee will complete twelve months of employment and assume Driver responsibilities in one of the company’s service

Qualifications

• No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial drivers’ license.

Responsibilities

• Complete CDL training program including classroom study, on-route training, and resources to take the CDL examination.
• Complete twelve months of employment after obtaining a CDL.
• Learn to perform pre- and post-operation inspections on the assigned vehicle.
• Learn to operate a heavy or commercial truck along a designated route and service customers.
• Learn to operate vehicle controls to lift and load refuse and dispose of material.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers as required.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable materials.
• Maintain vehicle readiness and clean equipment after disposal trips.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• After CDL, perform Driver duties in one of the company lines of business.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Job description

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a Driver Trainee in the United States who will undergo a structured CDL training program and then transition into a Driver role across Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll-Off lines of business.

The program includes classroom study, on‑route training, and access to a truck to prepare for the CDL exam. Upon completion of the CDL, the trainee will complete twelve months of employment and assume Driver responsibilities in one of the company’s service