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What is a garbage route driver?

Garbage Route Drivers are professionals responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing of residential or commercial waste along designated routes. They operate garbage trucks, ensure timely pickup of waste, and often interact with customers to address service issues or concerns. Their role is essential for maintaining public health and cleanliness by ensuring that trash is properly removed and disposed of in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a garbage route driver?

To thrive as a Garbage Route Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), physical stamina, and a good driving record. Familiarity with waste collection vehicles, route navigation systems, and safety compliance protocols is essential. Dependability, attention to detail, and strong customer service skills help drivers maintain schedules and interact positively with the community. These abilities ensure efficient, safe waste collection and contribute to public health and environmental safety.

What challenges do garbage route drivers face?

Garbage Route Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating traffic congestion, inclement weather, and safely maneuvering large vehicles through narrow or crowded streets. They must also adhere to strict schedules while ensuring all collection points are serviced efficiently and safely. Additionally, physical demands like lifting heavy bins and handling hazardous materials require attention to safety protocols and personal protective equipment. These challenges are typically managed through thorough training, teamwork, and support from supervisors and dispatchers.

What is the difference between Garbage Route Driver vs Recycling Collection Driver?

AspectGarbage Route DriverRecycling Collection Driver
Required CertificationsCommercial Driver's License (CDL) often preferredCommercial Driver's License (CDL) often preferred
Work EnvironmentResidential and commercial waste collectionResidential and commercial recycling pickup
Employer & IndustryWaste management companiesRecycling service providers

Both roles involve operating trucks to collect waste or recyclables, often requiring similar licenses and working in comparable environments. The main difference lies in the type of material collected: garbage versus recyclables. While their duties overlap, recycling drivers focus on sorting and collecting recyclable materials, whereas garbage drivers handle general waste.

How much do garbage route drivers make?

Garbage route drivers in Florida typically earn between $30,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on experience, location, and company. Overtime, union benefits, and working conditions can also influence overall compensation.

What cities in Oregon are hiring for Garbage Route Driver jobs?

Cities in Oregon with the most Garbage Route Driver job openings:

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Infographic showing various Garbage Route Driver job openings in Oregon as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Tractor Trailer Driver- Longview, WA

Vernonia, OR • On-site

Waste Connections
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$29/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 27 days ago

Waste Connections rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 267 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 92 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Job Description

Waste Control, a Waste Connections company, is hiring a Local Class A CDL Tractor-Trailer Driver to join the team in Longview, Washington!

This is a local long-haul trucking position pulling a 53-foot trailer with garbage and other live loads, from the Transfer station and Mills up to Headquarters Road for disposal.

The schedule will be Monday – Friday 5:15am to 5 pm with Overtime often.

Starting Rate of pay is $29.00/hr.

What we offer our Employees;

  • Competitive Compensation

  • Yearly Safety Bonuses$$

  • Yearly Boot Allowance$$

  • Local Driving Only!

  • Performance-based career growth potential

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

  • Income Protection Plans (Life Insurance, Short Term/Long Term Disability)

  • 401(k)

  • Flexible Spending Account

  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

  • Emergency Travel Assistance

​Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Valid Class A CDL with air brakes endorsement. Must have no restrictions and be able to drive interstate.

  • Ability to Operate and maneuver Tractor trailer hauling a 53’ Foot Trailer.

  • Ability to read route sheets or Tablet and service each customer identified or assigned by the dispatcher.

  • Perform Daily Pre-trip and Post-Trip inspections on vehicles. Such as checking fluids, safety equipment, lights and tire pressure.

  • Minimum 1+ years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

  • Working knowledge of D.O.T. laws

  • Courteous interaction with our customers and perform other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

  • Ability to work a physically demanding job.

  • Willingness to submit to and pass background check and pre-employment drug screening test

  • Ability to read, write and comprehend reports to complete daily assignments

  • Clean driving record.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

  • Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.

  • Work environment involves some exposure to physical risks such as moving mechanical parts. Which require following basic safety precautions.

  • The employee is exposed to outside weather, including frequent wet and/or humid conditions, as well as exposure to fumes and vibration. Noise level is usually moderate.

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application at www.careers.wasteconnections.com .

Application information and additional instructions can be found once you select your position of interest.

We offer excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term & short term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future". A link to our benefits overview can be found here: https://careers.wasteconnections.com/why-waste-connections

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

Washington wage range 28.00-28.00/HR

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