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Republic Services Celebrates Winners of 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship

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Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) has announced the winners of its 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship, a biennial competition held in Phoenix showcasing the company's top collection drivers, equipment operators, and technicians. The event featured 107 finalists from 36 states and Ontario competing in 10 categories.

Winners were crowned in various categories including: Ron Torrez (Small Container), CJ Hines (Rear-Load), Eduardo Lopez (Side-Load), Geno Rushing (Large Container), and Eddy Ramos in the new Vac Truck category. Equipment operation champions included David Muns (Bulldozer), Steve Smutnik (Wheel Loader), and Tyler Barnett (Forklift). In the technician categories, Conrad Lacanlale and Joe Schubert won the Collection and Post-Collection divisions respectively.

Notable achievements include CJ Hines and David Muns defending their 2023 titles. All competitors qualified through local and regional competitions and maintained perfect safety records. Winners received cash prizes and additional paid time off.

Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) ha annunciato i vincitori del Campionato Nazionale ROAD-EO 2025, una competizione biennale che si tiene a Phoenix e che mette in mostra i migliori autisti di raccolta, operatori di attrezzature e tecnici dell'azienda. L'evento ha visto la partecipazione di 107 finalisti provenienti da 36 stati e dall'Ontario, che hanno gareggiato in 10 categorie.

I vincitori sono stati incoronati in varie categorie, tra cui: Ron Torrez (Contenitore Piccolo), CJ Hines (Carico Posteriore), Eduardo Lopez (Carico Laterale), Geno Rushing (Contenitore Grande) ed Eddy Ramos nella nuova categoria del Camion Vac. I campioni nell'operazione delle attrezzature includono David Muns (Bulldozer), Steve Smutnik (Pala Gommata) e Tyler Barnett (Carrello Elevatore). Nelle categorie dei tecnici, Conrad Lacanlale e Joe Schubert hanno vinto rispettivamente nelle divisioni Raccolta e Post-Raccolta.

Tra i risultati notevoli, CJ Hines e David Muns hanno difeso i loro titoli del 2023. Tutti i concorrenti si sono qualificati attraverso competizioni locali e regionali e hanno mantenuto record di sicurezza perfetti. I vincitori hanno ricevuto premi in denaro e ulteriore tempo libero retribuito.

Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) ha anunciado a los ganadores del Campeonato Nacional ROAD-EO 2025, una competencia bienal que se lleva a cabo en Phoenix y que muestra a los mejores conductores de recolección, operadores de equipos y técnicos de la empresa. El evento contó con 107 finalistas de 36 estados y Ontario compitiendo en 10 categorías.

Los ganadores fueron coronados en varias categorías, incluyendo: Ron Torrez (Contenedor Pequeño), CJ Hines (Carga Trasera), Eduardo Lopez (Carga Lateral), Geno Rushing (Contenedor Grande) y Eddy Ramos en la nueva categoría de Camión Vac. Los campeones en operación de equipos incluyen a David Muns (Bulldozer), Steve Smutnik (Cargadora de Ruedas) y Tyler Barnett (Montacargas). En las categorías de técnicos, Conrad Lacanlale y Joe Schubert ganaron en las divisiones de Recolección y Post-Recolección, respectivamente.

Logros notables incluyen a CJ Hines y David Muns defendiendo sus títulos de 2023. Todos los competidores se calificaron a través de competencias locales y regionales y mantuvieron registros de seguridad perfectos. Los ganadores recibieron premios en efectivo y tiempo libre adicional pagado.

Republic Services (NYSE: RSG)2025 ROAD-EO 국가 챔피언십의 수상자를 발표했습니다. 이 대회는 피닉스에서 열리는 격년제 대회로, 회사의 최고의 수거 운전사, 장비 운영자 및 기술자들을 선보입니다. 이 행사에는 36개 주와 온타리오에서 온 107명의 결선 진출자가 10개 카테고리에서 경쟁했습니다.

수상자는 다음과 같은 여러 카테고리에서 선정되었습니다: Ron Torrez (소형 용기), CJ Hines (후방 적재), Eduardo Lopez (측면 적재), Geno Rushing (대형 용기), 그리고 Eddy Ramos (신규 진공 트럭 카테고리). 장비 운영 부문에서의 챔피언으로는 David Muns (불도저), Steve Smutnik (휠 로더), Tyler Barnett (지게차)가 있습니다. 기술자 카테고리에서는 Conrad Lacanlale와 Joe Schubert가 각각 수거 및 후속 수거 부문에서 우승했습니다.

주목할 만한 성과로는 CJ Hines와 David Muns가 2023년 타이틀을 방어한 것이 있습니다. 모든 경쟁자는 지역 및 지방 대회를 통해 자격을 얻었으며 완벽한 안전 기록을 유지했습니다. 수상자들은 현금 상금과 추가 유급 휴가를 받았습니다.

Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) a annoncé les gagnants de son Championnat National ROAD-EO 2025, une compétition biennale qui se tient à Phoenix et qui met en avant les meilleurs conducteurs de collecte, opérateurs d'équipement et techniciens de l'entreprise. L'événement a présenté 107 finalistes provenant de 36 États et de l'Ontario, qui ont concouru dans 10 catégories.

Les gagnants ont été couronnés dans diverses catégories, notamment : Ron Torrez (Petit Conteneur), CJ Hines (Chargement Arrière), Eduardo Lopez (Chargement Latéral), Geno Rushing (Grand Conteneur) et Eddy Ramos dans la nouvelle catégorie Camion Vac. Les champions de l'opération d'équipement incluent David Muns (Bulldozer), Steve Smutnik (Chargeuse sur Pneus) et Tyler Barnett (Chariot Élévateur). Dans les catégories de techniciens, Conrad Lacanlale et Joe Schubert ont remporté les divisions Collecte et Post-Collecte respectivement.

Parmi les réalisations notables, CJ Hines et David Muns ont défendu leurs titres de 2023. Tous les concurrents se sont qualifiés par le biais de compétitions locales et régionales et ont maintenu des dossiers de sécurité parfaits. Les gagnants ont reçu des prix en espèces et du temps libre supplémentaire payé.

Republic Services (NYSE: RSG) hat die Gewinner der 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship bekannt gegeben, einem alle zwei Jahre stattfindenden Wettbewerb in Phoenix, der die besten Abfallsammler, Maschinenbediener und Techniker des Unternehmens präsentiert. Bei der Veranstaltung traten 107 Finalisten aus 36 Bundesstaaten und Ontario in 10 Kategorien gegeneinander an.

Die Gewinner wurden in verschiedenen Kategorien gekrönt, darunter: Ron Torrez (Kleincontainer), CJ Hines (Heckladung), Eduardo Lopez (Seitenladung), Geno Rushing (Großcontainer) und Eddy Ramos in der neuen Kategorie Vakuum-Lkw. Die Champions im Bereich Maschinenbetrieb sind David Muns (Bulldozer), Steve Smutnik (Radlader) und Tyler Barnett (Gabelstapler). In den Techniker-Kategorien gewannen Conrad Lacanlale und Joe Schubert die Abteilungen Sammlung und Nachsammlung.

Bemerkenswerte Erfolge sind, dass CJ Hines und David Muns ihre Titel von 2023 verteidigt haben. Alle Teilnehmer qualifizierten sich über lokale und regionale Wettbewerbe und hielten perfekte Sicherheitsaufzeichnungen. Die Gewinner erhielten Geldpreise und zusätzlich bezahlte Freizeit.

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Safety and skills competition recognizes best-of-the-best drivers, equipment operators and technicians

PHOENIX, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG), a leader in the environmental services industry, today announced the winners of its 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship. Held every two years in Phoenix, the event recognizes the company's most skilled collection drivers, equipment operators and technicians from across North America.

This year's competition brought together 107 finalists from 36 states and the province of Ontario, showcasing their expertise in 10 competition categories. The ROAD-EO National Championship highlights the exceptional talent, dedication and safety performance of Republic Services employees.

"Safety is our top priority at Republic Services," said Gregg Brummer, chief operating officer. "The ROAD-EO National Championship is a celebration of our frontline drivers, operators and technicians. Their expertise and commitment to safety are what make Republic an industry leader, and we are extremely proud to recognize the best-of-the-best."

Republic Services collection truck drivers competed in one of five categories — Small Container, Rear-Load, Side-Load, Large Container and, new for 2025, Vac Truck — navigating a timed course with challenges such as parallel parking, alley backing and a serpentine segment. At the end of the competition, the following competitors were crowned champions:

  • Ron Torrez; Commerce City, Colorado; Small Container
  • CJ Hines; Sandusky, Ohio; Rear-Load
  • Eduardo Lopez; Chula Vista, California; Side-Load
  • Geno Rushing; Bridgeton, Missouri; Large Container
  • Eddy Ramos; Baltimore, Maryland; Vac Truck

Equipment operators competed in the Bulldozer, Wheel Loader and new Forklift categories, demonstrating their ability to maneuver through precision obstacle courses and complete skill-based challenges. This year's champions are:

  • David Muns; Las Vegas, Nevada; Bulldozer
  • Steve Smutnik; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Wheel Loader
  • Tyler Barnett; Tulsa, Oklahoma; Forklift

Technicians competed in the Collection and Post-Collection categories, where they were given just 10 minutes to diagnose 10 maintenance issues on a truck or bulldozer. The 2025 winners are:

  • Conrad Lacanlale; Milpitas, California; Collection Technician
  • Joe Schubert; Chicago, Illinois; Post-Collection Technician

Several of this year's winners are multiyear ROAD-EO finalists. CJ Hines and David Muns each won their categories at the 2023 National Championship, then defended their titles in 2025. Geno Rushing and Conrad Lacanlale were finalists in 2023, then returned to win this year.

To qualify for the ROAD-EO National Championship, competitors had to win local and regional competitions and maintain a perfect safety record. In addition to bragging rights, winners received cash prizes and additional days of paid time off. All competitors were treated to an expenses-paid trip for two to Phoenix, including luxury accommodations, hosted dinners and activities, and more.

Republic Services is always seeking talented individuals to join the team, offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid vacation and opportunities for advancement. For more information about careers at Republic Services, visit jobs.republicservices.com.

About Republic Services
Republic Services, Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry. Through its subsidiaries, the company provides customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, solid waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Republic's industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on its vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. For more information, please visit RepublicServices.com.

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Republic Services' Fifth ROAD-EO National Championship took place Feb. 18, 2025, at Wild Horse Pass Motorsports Park in Chandler, Arizona.

 

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FAQ

Who won the 2025 Republic Services ROAD-EO National Championship in the new Vac Truck category?

Eddy Ramos from Baltimore, Maryland won the newly introduced Vac Truck category at the 2025 ROAD-EO Championship.

How many competitors participated in Republic Services' 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship?

107 finalists from 36 states and Ontario participated in the 2025 ROAD-EO National Championship across 10 competition categories.

What were the qualification requirements for RSG's 2025 ROAD-EO Championship?

Competitors had to win local and regional competitions and maintain a perfect safety record to qualify for the National Championship.

Which Republic Services ROAD-EO champions successfully defended their 2023 titles in 2025?

CJ Hines (Rear-Load) and David Muns (Bulldozer) successfully defended their 2023 titles at the 2025 ROAD-EO Championship.

What rewards did the 2025 Republic Services ROAD-EO Championship winners receive?

Winners received cash prizes, additional paid time off, and an expenses-paid trip to Phoenix with luxury accommodations and activities.

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