Atlanta, GA · On-site
$1.2K - $2.4K/wk
Career Advancement Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and professional CDL A Truck Driver to join our team. In this role, you will transport a variety of goods and materials from one location ...
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Atlanta, GA · On-site
$1.2K - $2.4K/wk
Career Advancement Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and professional CDL A Truck Driver to join our team. In this role, you will transport a variety of goods and materials from one location ...
Lithonia, GA · On-site
$31 - $41/hr
Career Advancement Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and professional Truck Driver to join our team. In this role, you will transport a variety of goods and materials from one location to ...
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Lithonia, GA · On-site
$31 - $41/hr
Career Advancement Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and professional Truck Driver to join our team. In this role, you will transport a variety of goods and materials from one location to ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
Truck Driver Req Id: 2882 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 1st Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Atlanta - ATL Posting Start Date: 7/23/26 Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
Truck Driver Req Id: 2882 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 1st Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Atlanta - ATL Posting Start Date: 7/23/26 Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
Truck Driver Req Id: 2351 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 1st Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Atlanta - ATL Posting Start Date: 3/26/26 Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career ...
Norcross, GA · On-site
Truck Driver Req Id: 2351 Workplace Type: On-Site Job Shift: 1st Brand: Ryerson Job Location: Atlanta - ATL Posting Start Date: 3/26/26 Summary Welcome to Ryerson, where exceptional career ...
Lithia Springs, GA · On-site
$78K/yr
Fleet Truck Driver Opportunity to come on as a Company driver or a Contract driver Job Summary: Fleet Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and professional over the road delivery, pick up and ...
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Lithia Springs, GA · On-site
$78K/yr
Fleet Truck Driver Opportunity to come on as a Company driver or a Contract driver Job Summary: Fleet Truck Driver is responsible for the safe and professional over the road delivery, pick up and ...
Conyers, GA · On-site
Southway Crane & Rigging, LLC Specialty Rigging Position: CDL Truck Driver Location: Conyers, Georgia Reports to: Branch Manager Southway is looking to add experienced full-time truck drivers to our ...
Conyers, GA · On-site
Southway Crane & Rigging, LLC Specialty Rigging Position: CDL Truck Driver Location: Conyers, Georgia Reports to: Branch Manager Southway is looking to add experienced full-time truck drivers to our ...
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Previous truck driving experience preferred * Class A or B CDL, HAZMAT and Tanker Endorsement, or be able to obtain quickly * High school diploma or equivalent * Good driving record * Physically able ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
A Truck Driver's role is to pick up and deliver the needed products as directed by Management in a timely and professional manner. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for all aspects of pickup ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$24.87 - $58/hr
BECOME A US FOODS ® DRIVER! $5,000 RETENTION BONUS FOR NEW HIRES! Top earners can average $45/hr ... Safely drive trucks to customers and meet scheduled customer delivery times * Carefully unload ...
Kennesaw, GA · On-site
$24.87 - $58/hr
BECOME A US FOODS ® DRIVER! $5,000 RETENTION BONUS FOR NEW HIRES! Top earners can average $45/hr ... Safely drive trucks to customers and meet scheduled customer delivery times * Carefully unload ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Atlanta, GA · On-site
Truck Driver: The Truck Driver will support our business by ensuring timely deliveries to the airports we support. No overnights. Must have the ability to process shipping and receiving functions ...
Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. * Plan ...
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Operate equipment, such as truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. * Plan ...
... truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. • Plan or adjust routes based on ...
... truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. • Plan or adjust routes based on ...
... truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. • Plan or adjust routes based on ...
... truck cab computers, CB radios, phones, and global positioning systems (GPS) equipment to exchange necessary information with bases, supervisors, or other drivers. • Plan or adjust routes based on ...
$11.73 - $13.23
4% of jobs
$13.23 - $14.72
16% of jobs
$15.17 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.72 - $16.22
17% of jobs
The median wage is $17.38 / hr.
$16.22 - $17.71
17% of jobs
$17.71 - $19.20
11% of jobs
$19.20 - $20.70
5% of jobs
$21.82 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$20.70 - $22.19
7% of jobs
$22.19 - $23.68
8% of jobs
$23.68 - $25.18
7% of jobs
$25.18 - $26.67
5% of jobs
$26.67 - $28.16
2% of jobs
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As a garbage truck driver, your job is to drive a large vehicle and collect trash, recycling, or yard waste from cans and dumpsters on a set route. You then take the load to a landfill or recycling center. Most drivers operate a front-end loader truck that lifts the waste into a container behind the vehicle, though other collection vehicles exist. Aside from driving through your route, you may need to perform a daily pre-trip inspection of your vehicle, do preventative maintenance, regularly clean the inside and outside of the vehicle, and maintain a log of your activities. On some routes, you may need to carry garbage out by hand, assist disabled residents, or report unusual sanitation problems so the city can dispatch someone to deal with it.
| Aspect | Garbage Truck Driver | Waste Collection Operator |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | CDL often preferred, may vary by employer |
| Work Environment | Driving and operating garbage trucks in urban or suburban areas | Collecting waste from residential or commercial locations |
| Industry Usage | Municipal waste management, private waste companies | Municipal and private waste collection services |
Garbage Truck Drivers and Waste Collection Operators both work in waste management, often requiring a CDL and operating in similar environments. The main difference is that Garbage Truck Drivers focus on operating trucks and ensuring safe transportation, while Waste Collection Operators may be more involved in the physical collection process. Both roles are essential in waste collection services and share overlapping skills and certifications.
$1.2K - $2.4K/wk
Full-time
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