Talent

Our employees demonstrate an unwavering commitment to serving our customers, communities and each other. Our inclusive and diverse workforce reflects the communities where we live and serve.

MAKING SUSTAINABILITY WORK

Meet the people of Republic Services

Our 42,000 employees own their roles in delivering exceptional service and protecting the environment.

EMPLOYEES WHO MAKE A LASTING IMPACT

Engaging Our Workforce to Advance Sustainability

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Our employees play an essential role in our mission to create a more sustainable world: in our neighborhoods safely making 5 million pickups a day, working in our facilities, consulting with customers, engineering solutions and leading teams. Their everyday work keeps communities safe, contributes to a healthier environment and helps our customers achieve their sustainability goals.

We continually strive to maintain a workplace where employees are supported, engaged and empowered — to leave a lasting impact, in the communities they serve and on our planet.

Employee engagement is closely tied to factors that are vital to sustainability, including safety, productivity, inclusivity and retention. Companies with an engaged workforce have stronger cultures, are more customer-centric and drive better results. For all these reasons, we measure engagement twice a year through an Employee Experience Survey, and our scores consistently outperform national and industry benchmarks.

A HUMAN-CENTERED WORKFORCE

Building an Inclusive Culture

When we are free to bring our perspectives, experiences and whole selves to the workplace, we create an organization that is more resilient, capable and service-oriented.

Republic Services established our Mission of Supporting an Inclusive Culture (MOSAIC) in 2013 and created a council of leaders who serve as ambassadors and thought partners for leadership and human resources. Our mission is realized through our initiatives to maintain a workforce that represents the communities we serve and by ensuring we have an environment where all people feel safe, respected, welcomed, heard and valued.

The MOSAIC Council serves as the compass of this mission, guiding, sponsoring and supporting Republic's efforts to drive an inclusive and human-centered culture.

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Women of Republic

Provides mentorship opportunities and aims to increase engagement and teamwork across functions.

VALOR

Unites and supports veterans and their families throughout our organization and in communities.

PRISM

Celebrates and builds community with LGBTQ+ employees and supporters, for an environment where everyone can be their authentic self.

Black Employee Network

Provides opportunities for members to cultivate and grow their careers with support for networking and advancement.

UNIDOS

Supports our community of Latinx employees and inspires cross-cultural engagement and inclusion.

UNIDOS

Supports and empowers AAPI employees while fostering cultural awareness, professional growth and community engagement.

Hiring Our Heroes

Republic Services' SkillBridge program, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Defense, offers three- to six-month internships for active- duty service members nearing military separation or retirement.

The program supports service members from all branches of the military with hands-on experience, training and mentorship as they transition to civilian life.

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Training and Developing Talent from Within

Development is a critical component of our culture, where people of all backgrounds can grow and thrive. Through our programs, including paid on-the-job training, we ensure our employees have the skills to be successful in their current roles and opportunities to advance.

CDL Training Program

A comprehensive program to help internal and external candidates earn a CDL and become drivers for Republic Services.

Republic Services Leadership Academy

A nine-month program for mid-level leaders focused on enhancing strategic, financial and people-management skills.

Leadership Fundamentals

A two-day in-person training that equips leaders with skills to build strong teams and improve performance and engagement.

Manager Acceleration Programs

Structured training and job rotations to prepare high-potential employees for leadership roles in operations and management.

Learn more about becoming part of our team.

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Republic Services Technical Institute

The Republic Services Technical Institute provides no-cost, paid training for future fleet maintenance technicians. Graduates of the nine-week program are hired into full-time roles and gain access to ongoing development opportunities.

The Technical Institute also offers a Continuous Development Program with 50 different classes targeting key areas technicians need to maintain our trucks and equipment effectively.

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Celebrating our talent

Recognizing the Best in the Industry

Across our organization, Republic Services employees do their jobs with excellence. We celebrate their service and achievements through recognitions for safety and sales performance, as well as our ROAD-EO National Championship.

Our industry has taken notice, too. Over the last 10 years, our employees have won more than 60% of the Driver and Operator of the Year honors from the National Waste and Recycling Association.

A team of employees; the best in the industry

CROWNING THE BEST-OF-THE-BEST

ROAD-EO National Championship

Every two years, Republic Services brings together its top drivers, heavy equipment operators and maintenance technicians for a competition to test their skills and highlight their superior safety records. The ROAD-EO National Championship competition is our largest employee engagement event, giving us the opportunity to celebrate our frontline team members.

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