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How much do container delivery driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for container delivery driver in the United States is $18.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Container Delivery Driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Container Delivery Driver, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), safe driving record, and knowledge of transportation regulations. Familiarity with GPS navigation, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and container securing equipment is typically required for efficient and compliant deliveries. Strong time management, communication, and problem-solving skills help drivers adapt to route changes and customer needs. These competencies ensure timely, safe, and reliable transport of goods, which is crucial for customer satisfaction and supply chain efficiency.

What are some common challenges faced by container delivery drivers, and how can they be managed on the job?

Container delivery drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight delivery schedules, dealing with traffic congestion, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Managing these challenges involves strong time management skills, proactive communication with dispatchers and customers, and staying updated on route planning. Many drivers also benefit from ongoing training in safe cargo handling and using GPS or route optimization technology to improve efficiency. Teamwork with warehouse staff and other drivers is essential for smooth operations and timely deliveries.

What are Container Delivery Drivers?

Container Delivery Drivers are professional drivers responsible for transporting shipping containers between ports, warehouses, distribution centers, and customer locations. They typically operate large trucks, such as tractor-trailers or flatbeds, designed to carry standardized containers used in freight and logistics. Their duties include loading and unloading containers, securing cargo, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and maintaining delivery schedules. Container Delivery Drivers play a crucial role in the supply chain by helping move goods efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Container Delivery Driver vs Truck Driver?

AspectContainer Delivery DriverTruck Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), possibly specialized certifications for container handlingCDL required, may need additional endorsements for specific cargo
Work EnvironmentPorts, container yards, and shipping terminalsHighways, regional or long-haul routes, freight terminals
Industry UsageShipping, logistics, maritime freightFreight, logistics, transportation
Common Search IntentContainer delivery jobs, port driver rolesLong-haul trucking, freight driving

The main difference between a Container Delivery Driver and a Truck Driver lies in their work environment and specific cargo. Container Delivery Drivers focus on transporting shipping containers within ports and yards, often requiring specialized certifications. Truck Drivers typically handle a broader range of freight on highways and regional routes. Both roles require a CDL, but their daily tasks and work settings differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Container Delivery Driver job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 9% Full Time, and 88% Part Time. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,383 per year, or $18.5 per hour.

Container Delivery Driver (Non-CDL)

Republic Services

Delano, MN

$19.40 - $26.67/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Republic Services rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 534 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

27th of 70 rated recycling and waste


Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: A Container Delivery Driver - Non CDL is responsible for safely operating a vehicle and providing prompt, courteous and complete container delivery and removal services for residential and/or commercial customers. In addition, the Container Delivery Driver - Non-CDL is responsible for ensuring his/her vehicle is in compliance with the Company's safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle, and completes vehicle condition reports ("VCRs") on a daily basis to ensure that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Performs complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports.
  • Safely operates a truck along designated route, or within yard, and to delivery area; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.
  • Operates manual and automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures to lift and load containers at the designated facility.
  • Courteously interacts with customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely manner.
  • Perform minor repairs to containers on site or in the container yard.
  • Cleans areas around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
  • Continuously monitors the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time.
  • Completes required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Report ("VCR") and other reports, as necessary.
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures.
  • Actively participate in the Company's ReSOP program.
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned.


QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers.
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.


MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Valid driver's license.

Pay Range:

The pay range for this position is $19.40 to $26.67* which reflects theminimumwagein multiple jurisdictions. The actual range will depend on the locality in which you are hired.

Bonus Plan Details (if applicable):

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits

Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
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.
401(k) plan with a generous company match.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits

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.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) is a leader in the environmental services industry. We provide customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services.Our industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on our vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world.

In 2023, Republic's total company revenue was $14.9 billion, and adjusted EBITDA was $4.4 billion. We serve 13 million customers and operate more than 1,000 locations, including collection and transfer stations, recycling and polymer centers, treatment facilities, and landfills.

Although we operate across North America, the collection, recycling, treatment, or disposal of materials is a local business, and the dynamics and opportunities differ in each market we serve. By combining local operational management with standardized business practices, we drive greater operating efficiencies across the company while maintaining day-to-day operational decisions at the local level, closest to the customer.

Our customers, including small businesses, major corporations and municipalities, want a partner with the expertise and capabilities to effectively manage their multiple recycling and waste streams. They choose Republic Services because we are committed to exceeding their expectations and helping them achieve their sustainability goals. Our 41,000 team members understand that it's not just what we do that matters, but how we do it.

Our company values guide our daily actions:

  • Safe: We protect the livelihoods of our colleagues and communities.

  • Committed to Serve: We go above and beyond to exceed our customers' expectations.

  • Environmentally Responsible:We take action to improve our environment.

  • Driven: We deliver results in the right way.

  • Human-Centered:We respect the dignity and unique potential of every person.

We are proud of our high employee engagement score of 86. We have an inclusive and diverse culture where every voice counts. In addition, our team positively impacted 4.6 million people in 2023 through the Republic Services Charitable Foundation and local community grants. These projects are designed to meet the specific needs of the communities we serve, with a focus on building sustainable neighborhoods.

STRATEGY

Republic Services' strategy is designed to generate profitable growth. Through acquisitions and industry advancements, we safely and sustainably manage our customers' multiple waste streams through a North American footprint of vertically integrated assets.

We focus on three areas of growth to meet the increasing needs of our customers: recycling and waste, environmental solutions and sustainability innovation.

With our integrated approach, strengthening our position in one area advances other areas of our business. For example, as we grow volume in recycling and waste, we collect additional material to bolster our circularity capabilities. And as we expand environmental solutions, we drive additional opportunities to provide these services to our existing recycling and waste customers.

Recycling and Waste

We continue to expand our recycling and waste business footprint throughout North America through organic growth and targeted acquisitions. The 13 million customers we serve and our more than 5 million pick-ups per day provide us with a distinct advantage. We aggregate materials at scale, unlocking new opportunities for advanced recycling. In addition, we are cross-selling new products and services to better meet our customers' specific needs.

Environmental Solutions

Our comprehensive environmental solutions capabilities help customers safely manage their most technical waste streams. We are expanding both our capabilities and our geographic footprint. We see strong growth opportunities for our offerings, including PFAS remediation, an increasing customer need.


SUSTAINABILITY INNOVATION

Republic's recent innovations to advance circularity and decarbonization demonstrate our unique ability to leverage sustainability as a platform for growth.

The Republic Services Polymer Center is the nation's first integrated plastics recycling facility. This innovative site processes rigid plastics from our recycling centers, producing recycled materials that promote true bottle-to-bottle circularity. We also formed Blue Polymers, a joint venture with Ravago, to develop facilities that will further process plastic material from our Polymer Centers to help meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging. We are building a network of Polymer Centers and Blue Polymer facilities across North America.

We continue to advance decarbonization at our landfills. As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028.

RECENT RECOGNITION

  • Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies

  • CDP Discloser

  • Dow Jones Sustainability Indices

  • Ethisphere's World's Most Ethical Companies

  • Fortune World's Most Admired Companies

  • Great Place to Work

  • Sustainability Yearbook S&P Global


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