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Waste Connections Inc

Local CDLDriver

Masonville, CO · On-site

Are you a safety-conscious driver looking for a stable, full-time career with great pay, benefits ... Safely operate a garbage truck on designated routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience is ...

Waste Connections

Driver Helper

Charlotte, NC · On-site

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Year-round, full-time employment, with benefits * Competitive Pay We are looking for a safety ... Ride on garbage truck to assist the Driver service customers - will load refuse bags and bring ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Route Driver

Elko, NV · On-site

$29/hr

... Garbage Truck Driver to join our team in Elko, NV. 📍 Why Drive with Us in Elko? * Local routes = home daily * Long-term stability with a respected employer * Year-round, full-time work - no ...

Waste Connections Inc

Driver Helper

Carolina, RI · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Year-round, full-time employment, with benefits * Competitive Pay We are looking for a safety ... Ride on garbage truck to assist the Driver service customers - will load refuse bags and bring ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Route Driver

Elko, NV · On-site

$29/hr

... Garbage Truck Driver to join our team in Elko, NV. 📍 Why Drive with Us in Elko? * Local routes = home daily * Long-term stability with a respected employer * Year-round, full-time work - no ...

Waste Connections of Canada

Driver Helper

Carolina, RI

$15.75 - $19/hr

Year-round, full-time employment, with benefits * Competitive Pay We are looking for a safety ... Ride on garbage truck to assist the Driver service customers - will load refuse bags and bring ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

... hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays * 45-hour work week with overtime opportunities Key Responsibilities * Safely operate a residential garbage truck on designated ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

... hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with occasional Saturdays * 45-hour work week with overtime opportunities Key Responsibilities * Safely operate a residential garbage truck on designated ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver

Lacey, WA · On-site

$33.96/hr

... full-time career with great pay, benefits, and the chance to be home every night? Pacific Disposal , a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a reliable and motivated Class B CDL Garbage Truck ...

Waste Connections Inc

Local CDL Driver

Lemay, MO · On-site

... full-time career with great pay, benefits, and the chance to be home every night? Pacific Disposal , a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a reliable and motivated Class B CDL Garbage Truck ...

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How much do full time garbage truck jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time garbage truck in the United States is $19.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often under 30 hours per week
CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) often requiredSame certifications as full-time, but may vary by employer
Work EnvironmentConsistent daily routes, outdoor workFlexible schedule, similar outdoor environment
BenefitsHealth insurance, paid time off, retirement optionsLimited or no benefits, depending on employer

Full Time Garbage Truck drivers work longer hours with more benefits and consistent schedules, while Part Time Garbage Truck drivers have flexible hours with fewer or no benefits. Both roles require similar certifications and work in outdoor environments, but the commitment level and benefits differ significantly.

How to get a full time garbage truck job?

To get a full-time garbage truck job, applicants typically need a valid driver's license, often a commercial driver's license (CDL), and a clean driving record. Job openings are usually posted by waste management companies or municipal agencies, and experience with heavy vehicle operation can be advantageous. Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions are also important.

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Local CDLDriver

Waste Connections Inc

Masonville, CO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 15 days ago

Waste Connections rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 264 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 91 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Are you a safety-conscious driver looking for a stable, full-time career with great pay, benefits, and the chance to be home every night?Mason County Garbage, a Waste Connections Company, is looking for a reliable and motivated Class B CDL Garbage Truck Driver to join our team inShelton, WA.

Previous waste industry experience is a big plus-but not required. We're happy to train the right person!

The schedule is Monday-Friday, starting at 6 AM, and occasional Saturdays as needed. You'll average about 45 hours per week (overtime eligible) and be home every night! The route will includethree days of driving an ASL truck to pick up commercial recycling and two days of deliveries.

The starting pay range for this position is$27.75/hourwith annual pay increases and bonus opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Safely operate a garbage truck on designated routes to collect solid waste. Waste experience is preferred but not required.

  • Read route sheets and service each customer listed or assigned by the dispatcher.

  • Perform routine inspections and maintenance on vehicles, including checking fluids, safety equipment, and tires.

  • Perform a physically demanding job, including loading and unloading, sometimes without assistance.

  • Operate hydraulic hand controls to lift and load refuse and dispose of trash at designated facilities.

  • Interact courteously with customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

  • Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

  • Requires extensive physical activity, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.

  • Work environment involves exposure to physical risks, such as moving mechanical parts, requiring basic safety precautions.

  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including frequent wet and/or humid environments, as well as fumes and vibrations.

Minimum Job Requirements:

  • Valid Class B CDL with air brakes endorsement

  • Clean driving record (please bring a copy of your MVR to the in-person interview)

  • Ability to operate 10-, 13-, and 18-speed transmissions (preferred, not required)

  • Minimum 1 year of relevant driving experience

  • Ability to read, write, and communicate in English

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred

  • Safety-Sensitive - YES

To be considered for any of our current openings, you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com. Once you select your position of interest, you will find application information and additional instructions.

We offer excellent benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a flexible spending account, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, a 401 (k) retirement plan, and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future."

A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/us/en/benefits

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status

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