Residential Garbage Truck Driver

Residential Garbage Truck Driver - Rear Load

Company: Waste Connections

Location: Okahumpka, FL

Pay: $23+ per hour (based on experience)

Schedule: Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays

Hours: 50-60 hours per week

FullTime | YearRound

Position Overview

Waste Connections is seeking safetyfocused Residential RearLoad Garbage Truck Drivers who take pride in hard work, teamwork, and career growth. This is a drivertodriver position that requires both driving and riding on the back of the truck while servicing residential neighborhoods.

Safety is our #1 value. Candidates must be comfortable working in active residential areas, performing physical labor, and following strict safety procedures throughout the route.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a residential rearload garbage truck on assigned routes
• Ride on the back of the truck between stops while servicing residential areas
• Repeatedly climb on and off the truck throughout the shift
• Lift, pull, and empty residential trash containers
• Perform heavy physical labor for the duration of the route
• Safely and courteously interact with customers in residential neighborhoods
• Follow all company safety policies, traffic laws, and route procedures
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Assist driving partner to complete routes safely and efficiently

Job Requirements

• Valid CDL required
• Minimum 2 years of work experience, with a stable work history
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the day
• Able and willing to ride on the back of the truck during residential collections
• Comfortable with frequent climbing on and off the truck
• Willing to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other conditions
• Able to work long shifts (50-60 hours per week)
• Residential RearLoad or FrontLoad driving experience is a PLUS
• What We Offer
• Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance & longterm disability
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Stable, yearround employment
• Longterm career growth opportunities - Connect with Your Future

• Garbage is essential, and we work yearround.

  If you're looking for a stable career with growth and enjoy handson, physical work, apply today and connect with your future at Waste Connections.

  Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer

  (Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans)