Residential recycle driver job description

Safely operate tractor-trailer truck on assigned route to service customers in a safe and efficient manner. Deliver collected solid waste to transfer station or landfill.
Essential Functions:

* Operate tractor-trailer truck and on-board hydraulic systems on assigned route to collect solid waste and/or recyclables on a specified collection route.
* Make sure each load is secure by checking that tarp is closed properly and that no loose trash is visible.
* Ensure all trash is emptied out of the trailer when dumping a load.
* Provide CSR with each trailer number after the load is dumped and net weight.
* Complete pre-trip and post-trip safety lane inspections and reports, daily truck report, route sheets and other documentation requested by supervisor daily.
* Communicate vehicle mechanical problems to mechanic and supervisor immediately.
* Maintain route quality standards as predetermined by management.
* Operate truck and equipment using prescribed techniques to eliminate driver-induced mechanical failures.
* Follow all safety standards, equipment checks and precautions in performance of all duties. Comply with all federal, state, local and company rules on safety and vehicle operation.
* Maintain clean vehicle by cleaning cab interior and exterior of vehicle.

Job Requirements:

Education, Training, Experience and Licensing/Certification Requirements:

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) desired.
* Possess valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
* One (1) year of satisfactory driving experience of Class A vehicles preferred.
* Satisfactory driving record.
* Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen and background check.
* Must pass written and road test evaluation.

Physical/Mental Demands:

* Ability to stand, walk, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, talk, hear, climb, balance, taste, and smell.
* Visual requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus due to the constant maneuvering of vehicle in tight and high traffic areas.
* Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds manually.
* Sitting is required 75% of the time due to the primary function of driving.
* Ability to work in usually loud conditions

GFL Environmental, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will make reasonable accommodations to enable employees to perform their jobs.

Republic Services is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste disposal. Through our subsidiaries, Republic's collection operations, transfer stations, recycling processing centers, landfills and environmental services provide effective solutions to make recycling and waste disposal effortless for our 14 million customers nationwide. Our 36,000 employees working in 41 states and Puerto Rico are committed to providing a superior customer experience while helping ensure a cleaner, safer and healthier world for future generations.
**Why Work with Us**

At Republic Services, we strive to create a workplace that is meaningful and rewarding at every level of our organization. Our employees thrive in an atmosphere where safety is revered, and each person can be a compassionate steward of our environment. We hire the best people to make Republic a great place to work. We are focused on attracting talented individuals across professions who are as committed to serving customers and the planet as we are. We're proud to be recognized on Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies, Forbes World's Most Innovative Companies, Forbes Best Employers for Women, Forbes Best Large Employers and Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies lists. Republic is also the only company in our industry that is a certified Great Place to Work.

POSITION SUMMARY: A Driver- CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers.. In addition, a Driver - CDL (B) is responsible for ensuring his or her vehicle is in compliance with the Company's safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle, and completes vehicle condition reports ("VCRs") on a daily basis to ensure that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the 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.

+ Safely operate his or her heavy truck along his or her 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.

+ 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.

+ Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.

+ Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.

+ Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.

+ Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.

+ Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.

+ Complete required route/productivity sheets, VCRs and other reports, as required.

+ Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.

+ Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

+ Actively participate in the Company's ReSOP program.

+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

+ Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.

+ Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.

+ Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.

+ Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.

+ Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

+ Two years of prior experience driving commercial trucks.

+ Class B or higher Commercial Driver's license with air brakes endorsement.

**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.

• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

_The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company._

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.