CDL Waste Collection Driver - Safe Routes & Benefits

Republic Services; Metairie (LA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services seeks a Driver – CDL (B) to operate a collection truck and deliver prompt, courteous waste removal services on assigned routes in Metairie, LA. You will ensure daily safety checks, proper loading, and adherence to regulations while maintaining professional customer interactions.

The role emphasizes on-time service, routine vehicle inspections, and compliance with company policies, with opportunities for benefits and career growth as part of a large national waste services

Qualifications

• Customer service skills to meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Professionally and cooperatively interact with customers and co-workers.
• Demonstrates honesty and trustworthiness in daily duties.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections per policy.
• Safely operate heavy truck on designated route to disposal site.
• Read route sheets, follow maps, and service each customer as assigned.
• Operate controls to load waste and dispose at designated facility.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers and others daily.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag accordingly.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable items and maintain safety standards.
• Complete route productivity sheets and VCRs as required.
• Follow safety policies and participate in ReSOP program.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Professionalism

Education

CDL Class B or higher with air brakes endorsement

Job description

Republic Services seeks a Driver – CDL (B) to operate a collection truck and deliver prompt, courteous waste removal services on assigned routes in Metairie, LA. You will ensure daily safety checks, proper loading, and adherence to regulations while maintaining professional customer interactions.

The role emphasizes on-time service, routine vehicle inspections, and compliance with company policies, with opportunities for benefits and career growth as part of a large national waste services