On-Route Waste Collection Helper

Republic Services; Garrison (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental plans

Vision coverage

Retirement plan with a generous match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Job summary

Republic Services is hiring a Driver Helper to ride on a vehicle and assist the Driver in providing prompt waste removal services along a residential route. The role involves loading waste, directing the Driver from the ground, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness on the route and in the work area.

You’ll participate in safe loading, operate packing mechanisms, and perform vehicle inspections, while interacting courteously with customers and dispatchers to ensure timely service.

Qualifications

• Experience in waste removal or customer service preferred.
• Ability to safely load and unload materials and assist the driver.
• Capable of working with the driver to ensure timely service.

Responsibilities

• Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver on a designated route.
• Operate packing mechanism and loading controls; assist with cleaning.
• Perform pre- and post-operation vehicle inspections; report safety issues.
• Interact courteously with customers, dispatchers and others.
• Monitor waste for unacceptable materials.
• Maintain cleanliness of the vehicle and work area.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Tools

Loading equipment

Job description

Republic Services is hiring a Driver Helper to ride on a vehicle and assist the Driver in providing prompt waste removal services along a residential route. The role involves loading waste, directing the Driver from the ground, and maintaining vehicle cleanliness on the route and in the work area.

You’ll participate in safe loading, operate packing mechanisms, and perform vehicle inspections, while interacting courteously with customers and dispatchers to ensure timely service.