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ALLIED WASTE TRANSPORTATION, INC.
Driver Trainee - Train for your CDL!
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Train or Tram Driver drives diesel, diesel-electric, electric and steam locomotives that transport passengers and goods on surface and underground railways.
$71,215 / year median in Illinois
-3% projected decline
Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
A Driver Trainee will be trained by Republic Services to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL) to then assume the responsibility of a Driver with our Company. Driver Trainees will complete a comprehensive training program and be given the resources to take the CDL examination. Once the Driver Trainee completes the program and obtains a CDL, the incumbent will be moved into a Driver position in one of the Company's lines of business, including but not limited to, Residential, Commercial, Industrial or Roll-Off.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Successfully complete Republic Services' CDL training program, which includes classroom study, on-route training, driving experience, and resources (including the loan of a truck) necessary to take and pass the state CDL examination. Complete twelve (12) full months of employment with Republic Services after obtaining a CDL. Learn to perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection 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. Learn to safely operate a heavy or commercial truck along a 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. Learn to 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. Learn to identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures. Learn to continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste. Continuously monitor the condition of any assigned 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. 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 (i.e., Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Roll-Off). Perform other job-related duties as assigned.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
No prohibitions to acquiring a commercial drivers' license.Shift:
Monday - Friday Must be willing to travel to Dallas, TX to attend our company-paid Technical Institute CDL Training. Candidate must be willing to agree to 1-year contractual agreement.Pay Range:
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. Bonus Plan Details (if applicable): 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).
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
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