Residential Helper I at Republic Services

Frederick, Maryland, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Entry Level & New GradExperience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Waste ManagementIndustries

Requirements

Ability to ride on the vehicle and assist the Driver safely
Capability to operate packing mechanism, levers, and handles for lifting and loading
Knowledge of vehicle pre- and post-operation inspection procedures
Ability to interact courteously with customers, dispatchers, and others
Capacity to monitor waste for unacceptable materials
Skills to clean waste spills adhering to safety standards
Adherence to productivity standards and safety policies

Responsibilities

Ride on the vehicle to assist the Driver while servicing customers on a designated route
Operate packing mechanism and various levers and handles to activate the lifting and loading mechanism
Clean waste from the packer blade and truck body on each disposal trip; spray and clean the hopper and truck, if applicable
Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy; report any safety issues on standard reports
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
Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste
Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies
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
Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

waste removalvehicle operation assistancepacking mechanism operationvehicle cleaningpre-trip inspectioncustomer servicesafety complianceproductivity standards

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the pay range for the Residential Helper I position?

The pay range is $17.56 - $26.34 per hour.

What benefits are offered to eligible employees?

Eligible employees can participate in comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, health care and dependent care spending accounts, short- and long-term disability, life insurance, EAP, employee discounts, 401(k) with company match, and ESPP.

Is this a remote position, or is there a location requirement?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What skills or responsibilities are key for the Driver Helper role?

Key responsibilities include riding on the vehicle to assist the Driver, operating packing mechanisms, performing vehicle inspections, courteously interacting with customers, monitoring waste, cleaning spills, and following safety policies.

What makes a strong candidate for this Residential Helper position?

Strong candidates should demonstrate reliability in physical tasks like loading waste and cleaning vehicles, adherence to safety policies, courteous customer interaction, and ability to meet productivity standards on residential routes.