CDL Waste Collection Driver – Safe Routes & On‑Time Service

Republic Services; Inver Grove Heights (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Health savings accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Employee discounts

401(k) plan with match

ESPP

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Republic Services is seeking a Driver with a CDL B to safely operate a collection truck and provide prompt, courteous waste removal services for customers in Minnesota. The role requires pre- and post-operation inspections, adherence to safety policies, route execution, proper loading, and daily vehicle condition reports to ensure reliable service and compliance.

Candidates will perform on-route duties, complete reports, and support the company’s safety standards while delivering high-quality

Qualifications

• Must possess Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle.
• Safely operate heavy truck on designated route and service customers.
• Read route sheet, follow map and service each customer.
• Load refuse and operate the packer, dispose at the designated facility.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers and others daily.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers.
• Monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Maintain vehicle readiness and clean around packer blade and truck body.
• Complete route/productivity sheets, VCRs and other reports.
• Follow safety policies and participate in ReSOP program.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL B license

Education

CDL with air brakes endorsement

Job description

Republic Services is seeking a Driver with a CDL B to safely operate a collection truck and provide prompt, courteous waste removal services for customers in Minnesota. The role requires pre- and post-operation inspections, adherence to safety policies, route execution, proper loading, and daily vehicle condition reports to ensure reliable service and compliance.

Candidates will perform on-route duties, complete reports, and support the company’s safety standards while delivering high-quality