Transportation Compliance Specialist

POSITION SUMMARY:

The incumbent is responsible for managing activities related to the company’s transportation programs in compliance with DOT regulations specific to the environmental waste industry. Develops and implements strategies to achieve and exceed company goals and expectations to reduce vehicle compliance violations. Acts as an advisor to internal customers.

• Maintains compliance with all federal and state rules and regulations, company and local policies and procedures and required documentation.
• Provides instruction and training for new and current employees.
• Maintains training and driver files to ensure compliance with federal and state rules and regulations and company policies.
• Validates driver qualifications.
• Tracks status and expiration of transportation related permits.
• Works with State regulatory agencies to renew permits and other DOT authorizations.
• Investigates, reports, maintains, and cooperates with insurance adjustors regarding injury & collision claims.
• Performs other, related duties as assigned. These duties may not be specifically listed in this description, but which are within the general nature typically associated with the employee’s level of work.

To perform the duties of this job, the employee must have knowledge of regulations specific to the transportation regulations relevant to the environmental waste industry, management principles and best practices. Knowledge and understanding of current transportation practices, DOT regulations and programs. Essential competencies to perform this job include analytical, organizational and problem solving skills; must be detail oriented and possess technical aptitude.

Ability to work under pressure, exercise independent judgment and select effective course of action while controlling resources and expenditures. Knowledge of Excel, Word, and PowerPoint applications is essential.

An equivalent combination of education and experience required. Knowledge of transportation compliance typically gained through 2 more years of progressively responsible experience.

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).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits:

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

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…