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Waste Pro

Garbage Truck Driver

Rockledge, FL · On-site

Waste Pro has immediate Openings for Energetic CDL Drivers! Everyday thousands of Waste Pro trucks ... Collects and dumps garbage and refuse into refuse trucks while covering a designated route in a ...

Waste Connections

Residential Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking to hire a Local Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Austin, TX. The position will be responsible for driving a Residential Garbage Truck with another driver on specified ...

Waste Connections

Residential Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking to hire a Local Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Austin, TX. The position will be responsible for driving a Residential Garbage Truck with another driver on specified ...

Waste Connections

Garbage Driver

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking for a Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Corpus Christi, TX. The position will be responsible for driving a Garbage Truck servicing our customers on specified ...

Waste Connections Inc

Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a CDL Garbage Truck Driver at our site in theSouth Austin area . The position will be responsible for driving a garbage truck on specified routes to ...

Waste Connections

Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections has an immediate opening for a CDL Garbage Truck Driver at our site in the South AustinareaThe position will be responsible for driving a garbage truck on specified routes to ...

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How much do on call garbage truck driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for on call garbage truck driver 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.

What is the difference between On Call Garbage Truck Driver vs Waste Collection Driver?

AspectOn Call Garbage Truck DriverWaste Collection Driver
CredentialsDriver's license, CDL often preferredDriver's license, CDL often preferred
Work EnvironmentUrban or suburban routes, early morningsUrban or suburban routes, early mornings
Employer & IndustryMunicipal or private waste servicesMunicipal or private waste services
Comparison Search IntentYesYes

Both roles involve operating waste collection trucks within municipal or private waste management companies. The main difference is that On Call Garbage Truck Drivers typically work on an as-needed basis, responding to service requests, while Waste Collection Drivers usually follow scheduled routes. Both require similar licenses and work in comparable environments, making them closely related in the waste collection industry.

How to get a job as an on call garbage truck driver?

To become an on call garbage truck driver, applicants typically need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) with a clean driving record, and may need to pass a background check and drug test. Experience operating large vehicles and knowledge of safety procedures are also important. Job opportunities are often posted by waste management companies or municipal agencies, and flexibility for on-call hours is essential.

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Garbage Truck Driver

AAA Carting & Rubbish Removal, Inc.

Cortlandt Manor, NY • On-site

$25 - $30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Job description

Garbage truck driver needed for 5 day a week commercial routes.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Experience:

  • Commercial driving: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • Driver's License (Required)
  • Air Brake Endorsement (Required)
  • CDL B (Required)

Work Location: One location

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