Class B CDL Driver Trainee

IED WASTE SYSTEMS, INC.; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry leader in environmental services is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their team as Driver Trainees. This exciting opportunity offers comprehensive training to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and the chance to develop essential skills in vehicle operation and waste management. As a Driver Trainee, you will engage in hands-on training, learning to navigate routes, perform vehicle inspections, and ensure safety compliance. With a focus on professional growth, this role paves the way for a rewarding career in a vital industry. Join a forward-thinking company committed to excellence and community service!

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain a CDL and complete a training program.
• No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Complete CDL training program and pass the state CDL examination.
• Learn to operate a heavy truck and perform pre- and post-operation inspections.
• Monitor waste and ensure vehicle readiness at all times.

Skills

Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

Vehicle Inspection Skills

Route Navigation

Safety Awareness

Tools

Heavy or Commercial Truck

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: A Driver Trainee will be trained by Republic Services to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) to then assume the responsibility of a Driver with our Company. Driver Trainees will complete a comprehensive training program and be given the resources to take the CDL examination. Once the Driver Trainee completes the program and obtains a CDL, the incumbent will be moved into a Driver position in one of the Company’s lines of business, including but not limited to, Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Roll-Off.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Successfully complete Republic Services’ CDL training program, which includes classroom study, on-route training, driving experience, and resources (including the loan of a truck) necessary to take and pass the state CDL examination.
• Complete twelve (12) full months of employment with Republic Services after obtaining a CDL.
• Learn to perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the assigned vehicle in accordance with Company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports.
• Learn to safely operate a heavy or commercial truck along a designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.
• Learn to operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
• Learn to identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.
• Learn to continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Continuously monitor the condition of any assigned vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip.
• Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
• After obtaining a CDL, perform all responsibilities of a Driver in one of the Company’s lines of business (i.e., Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Roll-Off).
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial drivers’ license.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• Retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

EEO STATEMENT: Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services.