Lead Driver at Republic Services

Mayfield, Kentucky, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Waste ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Class B or higher Commercial Driver’s license with air brakes endorsement (minimum qualification)
Class A Commercial Driver’s license (preferred/qualification)
Three years of prior experience driving commercial trucks (preferred)
One year in a lead role
Good customer service 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

Responsibilities

Oversee a group of drivers on a daily basis to ensure routes are being serviced in a timely manner; report down time or other concerns to appropriate management; assist in planning and execution of re-routes to maximize efficiency; assist in the training of new drivers
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 heavy truck along 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 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
Assist the Route Supervisor or Operations Manager in training new drivers on proper safety and driving techniques

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

CDL BHeavy Truck OperationRoute ManagementDriver TrainingVehicle InspectionSafety ComplianceWaste RemovalCustomer Service

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What qualifications are required for the Lead Driver position?

Candidates need three years of prior experience driving commercial trucks preferred, one year in a lead role, and a Class A Commercial Driver's License.

Is this a full-time position?

Yes, this is a full-time employment opportunity.

What are the main responsibilities of a Lead Driver?

The role involves overseeing drivers for route coverage and customer service, safely operating trucks for waste removal, ensuring vehicle compliance with safety standards, and assisting in training new drivers.

What is the salary or compensation for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What experience makes a strong candidate for this Lead Driver role?

Strong candidates will have three years of commercial truck driving experience, one year in a lead role, and a Class A CDL, along with skills in safety compliance and driver oversight.