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J.P. Mascaro & Sons

Rear Load Driver

Proctor, WV · On-site

Our Proctor, WVDivision is looking for reliable, motivated and hardworking Rear Load Drivers who play a critical role on the solid waste collection team to support our ongoing success in a family ...

J.P. Mascaro & Sons

Rear Load Driver

Proctor, WV · On-site

Our Proctor, WV Division is looking for reliable, motivated and hardworking Rear Load Drivers who play a critical role on the solid waste collection team to support our ongoing success in a family ...

J.P. Mascaro & Sons

Rear Load Driver

Proctor, WV · On-site

Our Proctor, WVDivision is looking for reliable, motivated and hardworking Rear Load Drivers who play a critical role on the solid waste collection team to support our ongoing success in a family ...

GFL Environmental

Residential Rear Load Driver

Topeka, KS · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

The driver will collect solid waste or recyclables on curbside and/or backdoor routes and ... Key Responsibilities: • Operate a residential / recycling collection, side-load and/or rear-load ...

Waste Connections Inc

Rearload Driver

Casper, WY · On-site

$22/hr

Position: CDL Rear Load Driver * Pay: Starting at $22.00 per hour * Schedule: Monday through Friday * Start Time: 5:00 AM * Hours: Approximately 40 hours per week with overtime as needed * Route Type:

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How much do rear load driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for rear load 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 a rear load driver?

Rear Load Drivers are professional drivers responsible for operating rear-loading garbage trucks to collect waste and recyclables from residential, commercial, or industrial areas. They drive specific routes, work with a team to load materials into the truck, and ensure safe and timely disposal at designated facilities. Rear Load Drivers must follow safety protocols, handle heavy lifting, and maintain accurate records of their routes and loads.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a rear load driver, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Rear Load Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), knowledge of safe driving practices, and physical stamina for lifting and loading waste materials. Familiarity with refuse collection vehicles, hydraulic systems, and route management software is often required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and effective communication with team members and customers are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure efficient, safe, and timely waste collection services, supporting community health and environmental standards.

What are some common challenges rear load drivers face on the job, and how can they be managed?

Rear Load Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight residential streets, handling heavy or awkward loads, and maintaining a strict collection schedule despite traffic or weather conditions. Staying alert and using proper lifting techniques helps prevent injuries, while clear communication with route managers and helpers ensures efficiency and safety. Additionally, adapting to different neighborhoods and following safety protocols are key to overcoming daily obstacles and providing reliable waste collection services.

What is the difference between Rear Load Driver vs Front Load Driver?

FeatureRear Load DriverFront Load Driver
Work EnvironmentResidential and commercial areas, often with manual collectionCommercial routes, typically with automated trucks
Required CertificationsCommercial driver's license (CDL), if applicableCDL, if required, depending on truck size
Job TasksManual collection, operating rear-loading trucksOperating front-loading trucks, often with automated systems
Industry UsageWaste management, sanitation servicesWaste management, sanitation services

Both Rear Load Drivers and Front Load Drivers work in waste collection, often requiring similar licenses and working in sanitation services. The main difference lies in the truck type and collection method: Rear Load Drivers manually load waste from the rear, suitable for residential areas, while Front Load Drivers operate automated trucks for commercial clients. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role in waste management.

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Infographic showing various Rear Load Driver job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,460 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Rear Load Driver

Interstate Waste Services

Sloatsburg, NY

$26/hr

Full-time

PTO

Posted 19 days ago

Interstate Waste Services rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 91 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Overview

Interstate Waste Services is Now Hiring Rear Loader Truck Drivers!

Safety is our first Priority!

Highlights:

  • Early start time 
  • Year Round-Steady work
  • Full Benefits packet with PTO
  • 1 Year verifiable CDL experience required

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and recently expanded our operations of transfer stations into Pennsylvania and Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety.

We have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.

Essential Job Summary:

Job Highlights:

  • Drivers are Responsible for Safely Operating Front, Side, or Rear-Loading Trucks, for the Pick-Up Service of Bags or Containers Filled with Waste or Recyclable Material.  Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility, and may make one or more trips throughout the shift
  • Drivers Transport the Material to a Disposal, Transfer or Recycling Facility, & May Make One or More Trips Throughout the Shift
  • We Deploy Both Manual & Automatic Trucks
  • The Driver Position May Be Required to Repeatedly Lift up to 50 Pounds, & Move & Maneuver up to 100 Pounds, As Well As Mount & Dismount the Truck Multiple Times Every Route
Requirements and Qualifications:

Requirements:

  • 18 Years of Age & Legally Eligible to Work in the United States
  • Valid Class A or B CDL
  • Airbrake Endorsement
  • Great Safety Record and Clean MVR
  • Experience as a Driver or Helper for a Refuge Company is Highly Preferred
  • Working Knowledge of DOT, OSHA & Applicable Traffic Regulations
  • Ability to Speak & Read English to Converse with the General Public, understand Highway Traffic & Signals, Respond to Official Questions & Make Legible Entries on Reports & Records
  • Read & Understand a Map
  • Meet Physical & Safety Requirements of the Position.
  • Willing & Able to Work Required Worked Hours as Allowed Under DOT Regulation & May Include Weekend, Night &/Or Holiday Work

Additional Job Requirements:

  • Routes may require Drivers to navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
  • Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.
  • Our drivers routinely climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
  • Driver pre and post inspections required. Drivers are responsible for ensuring their truck is in compliance with IWS's safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and while operating the vehicle.
Additional Information

IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Salary Range MinimumUSD $26.00/Hr.Salary Range MaximumEmployment Type: OTHER

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