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Front Load Driver Jobs in Mississippi (NOW HIRING)

$1.5K - $2.1K/wk

That's why this page tells you the hard part up front. It's why our dispatch actually plans your loads instead of leaving you guessing. We treat drivers like family because that's how we'd want to be ...

$1.5K - $2.1K/wk

That's why this page tells you the hard part up front. It's why our dispatch actually plans your loads instead of leaving you guessing. We treat drivers like family because that's how we'd want to be ...

Ensure front loaders are cleaned on a daily basis. 13. Drive and assist on routes to cover shortages. Assist drivers who are behind normal schedule as needed. OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Employees ...

Ensure front loaders are cleaned on a daily basis. 13. Drive and assist on routes to cover shortages. Assist drivers who are behind normal schedule as needed. OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: * Employees ...

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How much do front load driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for front load driver in Mississippi is $18.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a front load driver?

Front load drivers are professionals who operate front-loading garbage trucks to collect and transport commercial and industrial waste. They are responsible for driving the truck along designated routes, lifting and emptying large front-load dumpsters into the truck’s hopper, and ensuring waste is safely and efficiently transported to disposal or recycling facilities. The job requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL), attention to safety protocols, and the ability to interact courteously with customers and team members. Front load drivers play a key role in keeping communities clean and supporting environmental sustainability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a front load driver?

To thrive as a Front Load Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), safe driving record, and experience operating heavy vehicles. Familiarity with hydraulic systems, onboard route management technology, and safety protocols is commonly required. Dependability, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills help drivers efficiently complete routes and interact positively with clients. These skills ensure safe, timely waste collection and uphold service standards for both the company and the community.

What are some common challenges front load drivers face on their routes, and how can they best prepare for them?

Front Load Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight or crowded urban streets, managing unpredictable traffic conditions, and handling heavy or awkwardly placed bins. Preparation involves familiarizing yourself with your route, performing thorough vehicle inspections, and maintaining clear communication with dispatch and customers. Additionally, practicing safe lifting techniques and staying alert to changing weather or site conditions can help ensure the job is completed efficiently and safely.

What is the difference between Front Load Driver vs Roll-Off Driver?

AspectFront Load DriverRoll-Off Driver
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), possibly with a waste or commercial vehicle endorsementCDL, often with additional endorsements for heavy or specialized vehicles
Work EnvironmentResidential and commercial waste collection, urban areasConstruction sites, industrial waste, large-scale debris
Industry UsageWaste management, sanitation servicesConstruction, demolition, waste disposal

Both Front Load Drivers and Roll-Off Drivers operate commercial vehicles in waste management and disposal industries. Front Load Drivers typically handle residential and commercial pickups using front-loading trucks, while Roll-Off Drivers manage large containers for construction and industrial waste. The main differences lie in the vehicle types, work environments, and specific industry applications, but both roles require CDL licenses and safety training.

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Infographic showing various Front Load Driver job openings in Mississippi as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 28% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,007 per year, or $18.8 per hour.

CDL-A Company Driver - 1yr EXP Required - OTR - Reefer - $85.8k - $118.04k per year - APL Cargo

APL Cargo

West, MS • On-site

$1.5K - $2.1K/wk

Full-time

Medical

Posted 12 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Drive solo reefer loads over approximately two-week periods, ensuring timely pickup and delivery.

  • Maintain safety, fuel efficiency, and on-time delivery standards to earn raises and bonuses.

  • Utilize well-maintained reefer equipment and communicate effectively with dispatch to ensure steady freight movement.


Job description

CDL-A OTR Truck Driver | Earn Up to $2,100/Week.

Now hiring across 22 home-weekly regions · Seats fill fast — same-day recruiter callbacks


APL CARGO INCEXCELLENCE IN MOTION

SOLO CDL-A REEFER · OTR · HIRING NOW


22 LOCATIONS WITH HOME WEEKLY

34-hr restart at home · check if your ZIP qualifies


REAL MILES. REAL PAYCHECKS.

APL Cargo is hiring experienced solo reefer drivers who want steady miles, a truck that

runs, and a company that answers the phone.


Straight talk: this is true OTR — you're out about 2 weeks at a time, then home. But if

you live near one of our 22 home-weekly hubs, we can likely get you home once a week

to take your 34-hour restart at home.


AVERAGE SOLO WEEKLY PAY

$1,550 – $2,170 / week

Based on 2,500–3,500 mi/week at $0.62 starting CPM.



THE NUMBERS, NO GAMES

A Pay Ladder You Earn Your Way Up

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Your CPM climbs on a clear schedule — and how fast you climb is on you. Drive safe,

run efficient, deliver on time, and you move up. Here's exactly how it works.

Raises are earned on results, not just time in the seat — the drivers who run safe,

efficient, and on-time climb fastest. Miles average 2,500–3,500/week; we build lanes to

keep you moving.


HOW YOU EARN YOUR RAISE

These are the marks that move you up the ladder — and pay bonuses on top.

✓ Safety & clean inspections — Accident-free miles and clean DOT inspections

✓ Fuel efficiency — Hit 7+ MPG and keep it there

✓ On-time delivery — Loads picked up and delivered on schedule

✓ Reliability — Show up, communicate, run the miles


EXTRA PAY ON TOP OF YOUR CPM

Performance bonuses — Clean DOT inspections & 7+ MPG fuel efficiency

Breakdown, detention & layover pay — You get paid when the load doesn't cooperate

Health coverage after 90 days — Comprehensive medical for W-2 drivers

Driver recognition program — We notice the drivers who show up right

Loyalty Bonus Program -  $100 per weekly bonus for the first 52 weeks of employment as

long as the driver is employed the whole 52 weeks. 


HOME WEEKLY AVAILABLE

22 Hubs Where You Get Home Every Week

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OTR doesn't have to mean gone for weeks. If you live within about 100 miles of one of our

22 home-weekly locations, we can likely run you on lanes that get you home once a week to

take your 34-hour restart at home — instead of resetting on the road.


To be clear: this is a weekly 34-hour reset at home, not guaranteed Saturday–Sunday off.

The day your reset lands depends on your run, but you'll be home about every 7 days.


Home weekly means a 34-hour restart taken at home roughly once a week — not a set

weekend off. It depends on living within ~100 miles of a hub and available freight in your

area. Not near a hub? You can still run true OTR with home time every 2 weeks — talk to

a recruiter about what's realistic for where you live.


WHAT YOU GET

Built For Drivers Who Run Hard

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Everything here comes from one question we ask ourselves: would this have mattered

when we were the ones behind the wheel?


Late-Model Fleet

Drop & hook loads on well-maintained, modern reefer equipment. Less waiting, more rolling.

Home Every 2 Weeks

Consistent, predictable home time you can plan your life around. Pet-friendly, too.

Safety First

A real safety excellence program — because a safe driver is a driver who's still earning next year.

24/7 Support

Break down at 2 a.m.? Someone picks up. Real people, not a ticket you'll never hear back on.

Room to Grow

Clear path to better routes and leadership roles. We promote the drivers who earn it.

48-State Freight

Steady reefer freight coast to coast, planned around keeping you moving, not parked.


WHO YOU'RE DRIVING FOR

We Started In Your Seat

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APL Cargo was founded in 2014 by people who drove the miles first. We know what an empty

promise sounds like on a recruiting call — because we heard plenty of them.


That's why this page tells you the hard part up front. It's why our dispatch actually plans your

loads instead of leaving you guessing. We treat drivers like family because that's how we'd

want to be treated out there.


"If it wouldn't have been fair to us as drivers, we don't do it to ours."



THREE STEPS, TWO MINUTES

Let's Get You Rolling

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No endless forms. Tell us the basics, and a driver-recruiter — not a call center — reaches out.


1. Send the quick form — Takes about 2 minutes on your phone

2. Complete the full application — Sent right after — 10–15 minutes

3. Talk to a real recruiter — We call the number you give us



QUESTIONS DRIVERS ACTUALLY ASK

The Real Answers

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What's the starting pay, and how do raises work?

Every solo OTR reefer driver starts at $0.62 CPM. You can earn up to $0.64 at 90 days and

up to $0.66 at one year, then a penny raise each year after — $0.67, $0.68, $0.69 — up to a

top rate of $0.70. Those raises are earned on performance — safety, fuel efficiency (7+ MPG),on-time delivery, and reliability — so the drivers who run right climb fastest. On 2,500–3,500miles a week, that's $1,550–$2,170 weekly, roughly $78K–$109K in your first year, plus performance bonuses on top.


Will I actually get miles, or sit around waiting?

Our dispatch plans lanes to keep you moving — that's the whole point of running solo OTR

with us. Drivers average 2,500–3,500 miles a week. We won't promise a number we can't

run, but keeping you loaded is how we both make money.


Is this W-2 or 1099?

This solo OTR position is true W-2 employment with comprehensive health coverage after 90

days — not a 1099 contractor setup. If you're an owner-operator looking for a 1099 lease

arrangement, we run a separate program; ask your recruiter or visit our Owner-Operator page.


How often will I really be home?

Consistent home time every 2 weeks. This is true OTR, so you're out about two weeks at a

stretch. We're upfront about that because drivers who know what they signed up for stick around —

and that's better for everyone.


Can I get home every week instead of every 2?

Yes — if you live within about 100 miles of one of our 22 home-weekly hubs across the Midwest,

Texas, the Southeast, and the Carolinas. "Home weekly" means you take your 34-hour restart at

home about once a week — it's a weekly reset at the house, not a guaranteed weekend off, so the

exact day depends on your run. Enter your ZIP in the "Home Weekly" section above to see if you

qualify. Not near a hub? You'll run true OTR with home time every 2 weeks.


What are the requirements?

A valid Class A CDL and at least 1 year of verifiable CDL-A driving experience. A clean-ish

record helps — more than 3 moving violations in the last 3 years may affect eligibility.


Who runs APL Cargo?

We're a private carrier founded in 2014 (US DOT / MC 869643), owned and operated by former

drivers, running a late-model reefer fleet across all 48 states. We're big enough to keep you loaded,

small enough to know your name.


YOUR NEXT PAYCHECK IS WAITING

Two minutes now. A driver-recruiter callback today.

APPLY TODAY!

Questions? CALL: (855) 209-4395