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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 ...

Summary Solid Waste Driver, under the general supervision of the Foreman, drives a collection truck ... Enters and exits vehicle throughout route to push/pull containers, operate hydraulic mechanisms ...

Solid Waste Driver

Temple, TX · On-site

$21.34/hr

Summary Solid Waste Driver, under the general supervision of the Foreman, drives a collection truck ... Enters and exits vehicle throughout route to push/pull containers, operate hydraulic mechanisms ...

Container Driver CDL (B)

Albany, OR · On-site

$21 - $26.50/hr

A Driver- CDL (B) is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt ... Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable ...

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How much do container driver jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for container driver in the United States is $37.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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

To thrive as a Container Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), knowledge of transportation regulations, and experience operating large vehicles such as tractor-trailers. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, electronic logging devices (ELDs), and freight handling equipment is typically required. Reliability, time management, and strong communication skills help drivers interact with clients and manage schedules efficiently. These skills and qualities are crucial for ensuring the safe, timely, and compliant delivery of goods in a demanding logistics environment.

What are some common challenges Container Drivers face on the job, and how can they be managed?

Container Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating congested ports, maintaining schedules despite traffic or weather delays, and ensuring compliance with safety and cargo regulations. Effective communication with dispatchers and port staff can help streamline pickups and deliveries. Staying organized with route planning and regularly inspecting vehicles and containers for safety can minimize disruptions and ensure efficient operations.

What are container drivers?

Container drivers are professional drivers responsible for transporting shipping containers, typically using large trucks or tractor-trailers, between ports, warehouses, distribution centers, and other logistics locations. Their main duty is to ensure the safe and timely delivery of containers, which often carry goods for import or export. Container drivers must comply with road safety regulations, secure their loads properly, and may need to handle paperwork for cargo tracking. This role often requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and familiarity with port operations or long-haul driving.

What is the difference between Container Driver vs Truck Driver?

AspectContainer DriverTruck Driver
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL), specialized training for container handlingCDL, general freight hauling training
Work EnvironmentPorts, container yards, intermodal facilitiesHighways, delivery routes, freight terminals
Industry UsageShipping, logistics, maritime transportFreight, logistics, general goods transport
Job FocusTransporting containers between ports, yards, and rail terminalsTransporting various goods over roads

Container Drivers specialize in moving shipping containers within ports and intermodal facilities, often requiring specific training for container handling. Truck Drivers typically transport a variety of freight across highways, focusing on long-distance or local deliveries. While both roles require a CDL, Container Drivers focus on container logistics, whereas Truck Drivers handle general freight. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role in the logistics industry.

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Infographic showing various Container Driver job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% Full Time, 94% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,621 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

Box/Container Driver - Non-CDL

USA Waste & Recycling

Wilbraham, MA

$17.50 - $21.75/hr

Full-time

Posted 3 days ago


Job description

Box/Container Driver - Non-CDL

USA Waste and Recycling

USA Waste and Recycling, Inc


Position Summary:

The Box/Container Driver - Non/CDL is responsible for safely operating a heavy-duty truck to deliver/remove permanent trash/cardboard dumpsters and service temporary construction dumpsters. This position is responsible for efficiently servicing assigned customers while complying with local, state, and federal transportation regulations and with Company policies.

Your Role:

  • Driving safely and efficiently to complete assigned routes accurately and on time.
  • Service, clean, and maintain dumpsters.
  • Empty vehicle at disposal site
  • Stay in radio contact with and respond to requests from the dispatcher.
  • Participate in all required Company meetings, including weekly safety meetings.
  • Assist other Drivers with Routes when directed.
  • Pre- and post-trip inspection and report
  • Complete route work
  • Work all assigned shifts from the scheduled start time to the scheduled end time.
  • Take an active role in the improvement of safety and health in the workplace.
  • Receive complaints from customers and report issues with problems professionally to Dispatch.
  • Maintains reasonable, regular, punctual attendance consistent with Company policies, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and other federal, state, and local standards.

Your Skills:

  • Customer-focused.
  • Safety, knowledge, and focused
  • Professional in appearance and demeanor
  • Respectful of Company vehicles and equipment
  • Quality-oriented
  • Reliable and dependable
  • Able to adapt to changing work requirements on a daily and hourly basis.
  • Exceptional driving skills
  • Ability to read and write logs, reports, orders, maps, etc.
  • Grit, outgoing, and eager to learn.
  • The environment is fast-paced, and the person in this role must be proactive, hardworking, highly organized, and an independent critical thinker.

Requirements:

  • Driver's License
  • Acceptable driving record
  • Able to meet all DOT requirements.
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Basic mechanical knowledge

This Position Features:

  • Family-Oriented Environment
  • Excellent Benefits and Bonus Potential

Physical Demands:

Listed below are key points regarding the job's environmental demands and work environment. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Required to use motor coordination with finger dexterity (such as keyboarding, machine operation, etc.) for most of the workday.
  • Required to exert physical effort in handling objects more or less than 75 pounds frequently.
  • Required to be exposed to physical and occupational risks (such as cuts, burns, exposure to toxic chemicals, etc.) rarely.
  • Required to be exposed to a physical environment that involves dirt, odors, noise, weather extremes, or similar elements rarely.
  • Normal setting for this job is outdoors and/or driving a video/GPS-monitored vehicle.
  • Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
  • Local travel

Our Story

USA Waste is at the forefront of waste hauling and processing, innovating at every step to deliver safe, efficient, and sustainable residential and commercial services. What began with a single truck has grown into a 10-company and 2,000-person workforce operating across five states, all united by a shared commitment to service, innovation, and environmental responsibility.

From building the country's largest state-of-the-art recycling facility to powering our buildings with solar energy and fueling our fleet with all-American natural gas, we continuously invest in smarter solutions for our customers, our communities, and our planet.

Our story began in 1974 when founder Guy "Sonny" Antonacci and his wife, Mary Ann, launched Somers Sanitation in their hometown of Somers, Connecticut. Today, three generations of family leadership, supported by a talented and dedicated team, continue to drive our companies forward. While our fleet, facilities, and services have grown significantly, we remain grounded in the same principle that started it all: delivering exceptional service through innovation.

Together, we're taking big leaps to remain at the forefront of sustainability and operational excellence.

Some see waste. We see possibilities.

Join a team that's building the future of sustainable waste solutions.


USA Waste and Recycling, Inc. EEO Statement: The Company is committed to and supports equal employment opportunity and affirmative action to all employees and applicants. Equal employment opportunity means equal treatment of employees and applicants without regard to the following legally-protected characteristics: race, color, religion, creed, sex (gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), veteran status, physical or mental disability status or any other legally-protected status.