Republic Services, Inc. announced it swept all National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) Driver of the Year awards in the national category for the second year in a row. The four winning Republic employees demonstrate the company’s commitment to safety and superior customer experience.
The Driver of the Year awards recognize drivers who safely operate their trucks, maintain a superior performance record and enhance the overall safety and image of the environmental services industry in eight categories.
2022 National Commercial Driver of the Year
Based out of Republic Services’ Springfield, Missouri, division, Frank Epps has spent the past 18 years with the company. Epps began working at his family’s waste disposal business after school. Over the course of his career, he developed a passion for safety and a commitment to customer service that is second to none. He credits his family, faith and community with his success.
2021 National Industrial Driver of the Year
Jason Tavares is a 28 year Republic Services driver, currently serving the Yorktown, Virginia division. His father was a driver and introduced him to the industry, where he began his career. Tavares has been a part of the Virginia team for the entirety of his tenure and considers his coworkers to be family.
2022 National Residential Driver of the Year: Kevin Johnston
Kevin Johnston has been a residential driver with Republic Services in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, for 14 years. He’s passionate about his career, family and his customers. Johnston is respected by his entire team and is often referred to as “Superman.”
2022 National Residential Driver of the Year: Richard Denshuick
A proud member of the Republic Services team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Richard Denshuick has been with the company for 12 years. He has spent the majority of his career as a driver but has also committed his time and expertise toward training new drivers. He is admired and respected by his peers and is known to always lend a hand when he can. Denshuick’s commitment to safety and customer service have solidified him as an invaluable member of the team.
Published in the June 2022 Edition