Driver CDL B Regional OTR M-F - Hazmat Retail Containerized Waste

Republic Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Retirement plan with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Republic Services, Inc. is seeking a HazMat Retail Driver in Houston, TX to operate class B trucks for LTL waste pickups at retail stores, pharmacies, and industrial sites. You will verify packaging and labeling, secure loads for transport, and maintain logs and manifests.

The role requires DOT knowledge and a valid CDL B with HazMat endorsement preferred. Expect a Monday–Friday schedule with occasional 3–4 overnight shifts based on routes, and most weekends/holidays off unless needed for

Qualifications

• Strong customer service mindset and professional communication on site.
• Ability to follow DOT and company safety procedures.
• Detail-oriented with accurate manifest and log management.

Responsibilities

• Operate class B trucks in LTL capacity to collect retail waste.
• Verify proper packaging, labeling, and securement of waste for transport.
• Provide excellent customer service with on-site communication.
• Maintain vehicle log and documentation of manifests and work orders.
• Perform DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Understand and apply DOT regulations for hazardous waste handling and labeling.
• Assist in lab pack and field service projects as needed.
• Carry out related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The HazMat Retail Driver will be responsible to operate class B trucks in a Less Than Truckload (LTL) capacity to pick up customer retail waste from retail stores, pharmacies and/or industrial sites. Driver will sort customer waste, verify that the waste is packaged, labeled and marked properly, and secured for transport to a temporary storage or treatment facility. They will provide excellent customer service through follow up and ongoing communication while on site and maintain an electronic log and documentation of manifests and work orders. They provide a variety of duties that comply with government regulations and procedures. This role operates Monday through Friday with variable scheduling that may include 3-4 overnight shifts per week based on customer locations, routes, and delivery requirements. Drivers can expect most weekends and holidays off, with only occasional exceptions for critical business needs.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understand and utilize company technology, such as mobile applications and software to track waste collection, packaging and disposal.
• Deliver a high level of customer service through clear communication and professionalism onsite.
• Maintains vehicle log.
• Maintains documentation of manifests and work orders.
• Performs DOT pre-trip and post trip inspections in accordance with company and DOT regulations.
• Understands DOT regulations as they pertain to hazardous waste collection, packaging and transportation including but not limited to accurate placarding, loading securement, HAZMAT load segregation, and labeling.
• Assists in maintaining good housekeeping at facility and on grounds.
• Functions as technician on lab pack and field service projects.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physical tasks associated with loading and unloading materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Can self-motivate to achieve daily workload targets.
• CDL Hazmat endorsement preferred.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A valid class B commercial driver's license with an MVR that meets Company policy standards.
• Ability to pass 40-hour HAZWOPER Training upon hire.

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

• 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).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits: https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

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. For any concerns relating to Republic Services' commitment to equal opportunity employment, you may contact the AWARE Line at 1-866-3-AWARE-4.

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. Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2025, Republic's total company revenue was $16.6 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $5.3 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

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