CDL Waste Route Driver — Safe, Efficient & On‑Time

Republic Services; Elizabethtown (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental/vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement plan

ESPP

Employee discounts

Job summary

Republic Services in Kentucky is seeking a CDL-B Driver to safely operate a collection truck and serve customers on a defined route. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations while providing prompt waste removal services.

The role offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, ESPP, and growth opportunities within a national leader in environmental services.

Qualifications

• Must hold Class B or higher CDL with air brakes endorsement.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage time and routes efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections per policy.
• Safely operate the heavy truck and service customers on route.
• Read route sheets and use dispatch guidance to complete pickups on time.
• Tag and identify unsatisfactory waste containers; monitor waste quality.
• Complete route productivity sheets and required safety reports.
• Adhere to safety rules and company procedures at all times.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Safety awareness

Education

CDL B or higher

Job description

Republic Services in Kentucky is seeking a CDL-B Driver to safely operate a collection truck and serve customers on a defined route. You will perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections, maintain logs, and ensure compliance with all safety regulations while providing prompt waste removal services.

The role offers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, ESPP, and growth opportunities within a national leader in environmental services.