Driver Trainee - Train CDL

Position Summary

A Driver Trainee will be trained by Republic Services to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and then assume the responsibility of a Driver within the company. The trainee will complete a comprehensive training program, receive resources for the CDL examination, and upon successful completion, transition to a Driver role in various business lines, including Residential, Commercial, Industrial, or Roll-Off.

• Successfully complete Republic Services’ CDL training program, which includes classroom study, on-route training, driving experience, and resources such as loaned truck necessary to take and pass the state CDL examination.
• Complete twelve (12) full months of employment with Republic Services after obtaining a CDL.
• Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspections 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.
• Safely operate a heavy or commercial truck along a designated route to the disposal site, read route sheet, follow map, and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or assigned by the dispatcher/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.
• Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.
• Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
• Monitor the condition of any assigned vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times, minimize downtime, and 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.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

• No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial drivers’ license.

Monday - Friday, start time between 5:00–5:30 am.

Must be willing to travel to Dallas, TX for company‑paid CDL training at our Technical Training Center.

Will be required to sign a 1‑year contractual agreement.

The pay range for this position is $18.75 to $20.62*, which reflects the minimum wage in multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

• 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).
• Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Further benefits information available at

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 or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.