CDL Training Path: Start Your Driver Career (Paid)

Republic Services; Illinois, United States, Northern America, Americas; Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Life insurance

Job summary

Republic Services is recruiting a Driver Trainee to be trained for CDL eligibility. You will complete a structured CDL program, including classroom and on-route training, with the goal of transitioning into a Driver role in our Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll-Off lines.

The program includes supervised driving, safety training, and a commitment to remain employed for 12 months after CDL attainment.

Qualifications

• No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial driver’s license.
• Willing to travel to Dallas, TX for training.
• Willing to agree to a 1-year contractual commitment.

Responsibilities

• Successfully complete CDL training program including classroom study, on-route training, and driving experience.
• Complete twelve (12) full months of employment after obtaining a CDL.
• Learn to perform pre- and post-operation inspections of the vehicle.
• Safely operate a heavy/commercial truck along a designated route and service customers.
• Read route sheets and follow dispatch directions.
• Operate manual/automatic controls to lift and load refuse and dispose of material.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers as required.
• Continuously monitor waste for unacceptable material.
• Ensure vehicle is operational and clean after disposal trips.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• After CDL, perform Driver duties in one of the company's lines of business.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL training eligibility

Job description

Republic Services is recruiting a Driver Trainee to be trained for CDL eligibility. You will complete a structured CDL program, including classroom and on-route training, with the goal of transitioning into a Driver role in our Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll-Off lines.

The program includes supervised driving, safety training, and a commitment to remain employed for 12 months after CDL attainment.