Republic Services is a proud industry partner of the Department of War SkillBridge Program and we’re ready to assist transitioning veterans find their next career! This is an excellent opportunity as you plan for your life after the military. Any rank, enlisted or officer, may apply. SkillBridge permits you to use up to the last 180 days of service to train and learn with an industry partner. During SkillBridge participation, you continue to receive military compensation, and you are covered by your military benefits. Release for SkillBridge is always mission-dependent and your unit Commander must authorize participation prior to entering into any agreement with interested industry employment partners.
About You
Must be currently serving, Active Duty, U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember
Must be within one year of your End of Active Service transition date
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to learn and participate in a fast-paced environment
Effective task management skills
High level of motivation
Great attitude and desire to learn and grow
Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
The Department of War (DOW) SkillBridge program is for transitioning military members during their last 180 days of active duty. Military members who are selected for the program are not employed by Republic Services or compensated by the Company. The DOW will continue to maintain the military member’s current rate of pay and benefits while in the SkillBridge program.
Once you complete your DOW SkillBridge program you will have the opportunity to apply for paid positions at Republic Services. Positions include competitive wages and benefits including:
- 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.Skills Required
- Must be currently serving, Active Duty, U.S. Armed Forces Servicemember
- Must be within one year of your End of Active Service transition date
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to learn and participate in a fast-paced environment
- Effective task management skills
- High level of motivation
- Great attitude and desire to learn and grow
What We Do
Trust earned through action—day after day—that's our pledge to you. With resolve and professionalism. Our Company Today: Republic Services, is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste disposal. Through its subsidiaries, Republic’s collection companies, transfer stations, recycling centers and landfills focus on providing reliable environmental services and solutions for 14 million commercial, industrial, municipal and residential customers. Our Customers: We want our customers to feel at ease because of the reliability of our services, uplifted by the environmental impact they can make partnering with Republic, and delighted by the simple solutions and array of services we provide. We’ll handle it from here™, Republic’s tagline, lets our customers know that they can count on us to provide an effortless experience; backs the promise that we will be on-time, never miss a pickup and leave the area clean; supports our promise to deliver superior products and services to meet their customers’ needs; and remind them about our environmental commitment. Our Environmental Commitment: We believe in protecting the planet and applying common sense solutions to customers’ waste and recycling challenges. We are significantly invested in materials recovery and other recycling operations that sort, process and sell recyclable paper, aluminum, glass and other materials. We also continue to expand our planet-friendly fleet of trucks, with over 10% of our fleet powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). Our Company takes pride in the commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable practices; renewable energy; community involvement; the safety of our employees; and innovation in all aspects of our business operations. Our People: We employ approximately 36,000 full-time employees and work to create and maintain an environment that attracts, develops and retains people who assure our success with customers, differentiate us from our competitors. We want to be an employer of choice for top talent.
