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Driver Helper-March 2024
Elyria
Mar 28, 2026
About Driver Helper

  Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.

  We are Sustainability in Action — our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.

  Why choose Republic?

  Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.

  As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:

  We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.

  We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.

  We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.

  We are driven to deliver results in the right way.

  We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

  POSITION SUMMARY: The Driver Helper rides on the vehicle and assists a Driver in providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers who reside on a designated residential route. The Driver Helper is responsible for safely loading waste, as well as carrying bags and containers to the vehicle for disposal. The position assists the Driver in maneuvering his or her vehicle by directing the Driver from the ground. In addition, the Helper helps to maintain the cleanliness of the vehicle, as well as the on the route and in the work area.

  PRINCIPAL 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.

  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.

  • Retirement plan with a generous company match.

  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

  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.

  EEO STATEMENT: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.

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