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Full Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck Jobs in Seattle, WA

Key Recovery and Life Skills Center

DRIVER II

Seattle, WA · On-site

$26.67 - $37.34/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Job Summary We are seeking a motivated and dependable Class B Driver ... As a Class B Driver, you will operate various commercial trucks, including front loader, rear ...

Key Works

DRIVER II

Seattle, WA · On-site

$26.67 - $37.34/hr

As a Class B Driver, you will operate various commercial trucks, including front loader, rear ... Proven experience operating heavy-duty trucks such as garbage trucks, front-end loaders, or roll ...

Key Works

DRIVER II

Seattle, WA · On-site

$26.67 - $37.34/hr

As a Class B Driver, you will operate various commercial trucks, including front loader, rear ... Proven experience operating heavy-duty trucks such as garbage trucks, front-end loaders, or roll ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Murrey's Disposal is actively hiring a Residential Garbage Truck Driver with a valid Class A or B ... Competitive hourly wages starting at $35.00-$35.50/hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Murrey's Disposal is actively hiring a Residential Garbage Truck Driver with a valid Class A or B ... Competitive hourly wages starting at $35.00-$35.50/hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Murrey's Disposal is actively hiring a Residential Garbage Truck Driver with a valid Class A or B ... Competitive hourly wages starting at $35.00-$35.50/hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with ...

Waste Connections

Local CDL Driver (Fife, WA)

Fife, WA · On-site

$35 - $35.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Murrey's Disposal is actively hiring a Residential Garbage Truck Driver with a valid Class A or B ... Competitive hourly wages starting at $35.00-$35.50/hr * Full-time schedule: Monday-Friday, with ...

DTG Enterprises Inc

Hook Truck Driver

Seattle, WA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Log/track loads in our system with provided tablets. * Drop off and pick up containers with ... Open and close the rear door on the can. * Other job duties will be added as needed. What you will ...

DTG Enterprises Inc

Hook Truck Driver

Renton, WA · On-site

$28 - $30/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Log/track loads in our system with provided tablets. * Drop off and pick up containers with ... Open and close the rear door on the can. * Other job duties will be added as needed. What you will ...

Augment

CDL Driver (ARAI)

Seattle, WA

$37/hr

Safely operate commercial sanitation vehicles (garbage trucks, roll-off trucks, and similar ... Secure and handle loads properly to ensure safe transport and disposal * Follow all DOT regulations ...

FFTW ENTERPRISES LLC

Truck Driver

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$250 - $280/day

Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment such as Moffett * Secure cargo properly on ... Job Type: Full-time Work Location: On the road

FFTW ENTERPRISES LLC

Truck Driver

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$250 - $280/day

Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment such as Moffett * Secure cargo properly on ... Job Type: Full-time Work Location: On the road

FFTW ENTERPRISES LLC

Truck Driver

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$250 - $280/day

Load and unload freight using appropriate equipment such as Moffett * Secure cargo properly on ... Job Type: Full-time Work Location: On the road

J.B. Hunt Transport

Local Truck Driver

Sumner, WA · On-site

$32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Live load/unload: $58 per stop * Hazmat pay: $25 per load * Refrigerated: $30 per load * Border ... Hunt offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility ...

J.B. Hunt Transport

Local Truck Driver

Sumner, WA · On-site

$32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Live load/unload: $58 per stop * Hazmat pay: $25 per load * Refrigerated: $30 per load * Border ... Hunt offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility ...

DLM Pro

Class A CDL Local Driver

Puyallup, WA · On-site

$1.4K/wk

Freight is moved to the rear of the trailer for customer unloading * Customers may unload freight ... Approximately 40% of loads involve doubles * Slip seating required * Trucks remain at the account ...

Market Express LLC

CDL A Owner Operator

Poulsbo, WA

$5.8K/wk

No rollover or rear-end accidents within the past 3 years Stop worrying about finding the next load and start focusing on growing your revenue. Market Express - Your Truck. Our Freight. Better ...

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

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for full time rear loader garbage truck in Seattle, WA is $22.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.08 and $26.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck vs Part Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck?

AspectFull Time Rear Loader Garbage TruckPart Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck
Work HoursTypically 40+ hours per weekFewer hours, often less than 30 hours per week
CertificationsRequired CDL and waste management trainingSame certifications as full-time, but may vary by employer
Work EnvironmentConsistent daily schedule, outdoor workFlexible schedule, outdoor work
Job ResponsibilitiesFull route coverage, regular pickupsPartial routes, backup or supplemental work

Full Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck operators work full schedules with consistent responsibilities, while Part Time roles offer more flexibility with fewer hours. Both require similar certifications and involve outdoor waste collection work.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Rear Loader Garbage Truck job openings in Seattle, WA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $46,044 per year, or $22.1 per hour.

DRIVER II

Key Recovery and Life Skills Center

Seattle, WA • On-site

$26.67 - $37.34/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and dependable Class B Driver to join our team, delivering essential services with enthusiasm and professionalism. As a Class B Driver, you will operate various commercial trucks, including front loader, rear loader, and roll-off trucks, to manage recycling collection and transportation efficiently. Your role is vital in supporting recycling operations, ensuring timely pickups, safe driving practices, and excellent customer service. This position offers an opportunity to work outdoors in a dynamic environment while adhering to safety and traffic regulations.
Responsibilities
  • Safely operate Class B commercial trucks such as front loader, rear loader, and roll-off trucks to collect and transport waste materials.
  • Load and unload materials manually or using mechanical equipment like front-end loaders or hydraulic lifts.
  • Follow designated routes while complying with all traffic laws, DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations, and state transportation laws.
  • Conduct routine vehicle inspections, including air brake systems and mechanical components, to ensure safety and proper functioning.
  • Adhere to hazardous materials regulations if/when handling special waste types and ensure safe containment during transport.
  • Provide excellent customer service by interacting professionally with clients during pickups and drop-offs.
  • Maintain accurate logs of routes driven, loads transported, and vehicle maintenance records in compliance with safety protocols.

Requirements
Requirements
  • Valid Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
  • Proven experience operating heavy-duty trucks such as garbage trucks, front-end loaders, or roll-off trucks.
  • Knowledge of traffic laws, safety protocols, and hazardous materials regulations related to recycling.
  • Mechanical knowledge for basic troubleshooting of vehicle issues and performing routine inspections.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting and manual labor in outdoor environments for extended periods.
  • Strong understanding of recycling practices and procedures.
  • Excellent driving skills with a focus on defensive driving techniques to ensure safety at all times.
  • Prior experience working in outdoor settings with adherence to DOT (Department of Transportation) regulations and safety standards is preferred.

Education/Experience:
  • High School diploma or GED, preferred.
  • One to three months related experience or training, preferred.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and/or holidays.
  • Reliable and excellent attendance.
  • Self-starter, maintaining performance standards while working unsupervised.
  • Displays friendly, helpful customer service with the public.
  • Must abstain from using illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol.

Language Skills:
Ability to read, write and speak English. Read/write simple instruction, simple business reports, or memos. Communicate clearly with coworkers, vendors, customers and management team.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described below represent the activities and surroundings of the positions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend and twist from the waist and knees; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch and talk or hear. The employee must be able to push, pull, lift, load, unload, and carry up to 50lbs of recycling materials at the customer and workplace. The employee must be able frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds of paper, cardboard and other recycling. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision and ability to adjust focus.
The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and cold weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to dust, noise and fumes found in a shop environment. Approximately 80% of work time is spent traveling locally.
Salary Description
$26.67 - $37.34/hr. - DOE

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