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Roll Off Driver

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$20.75 - $26.50/hr

Roll Off Driver The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers. In addition, the Roll ...

Roll-Off Driver

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$26 - $31/hr

Position Summary Roll-Off Drivers safely and efficiently operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile open-top, roll-top, and compactor ...

Roll Off Driver

Twinsburg, OH

$19.75 - $25.25/hr

Roll Off Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for delivering, removing waste and hauling roll off and vacuum box containers to and from customer's sites. Our drivers are home every ...

Roll-Off Driver

Midland, TX · On-site

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

Roll-Off Driver The Roll-Off Driver operates company vehicles while servicing containers and is responsible for complying with local, state and federal regulations, as well as with company policies ...

Roll-Off Driver

Sarasota, FL · On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Description At EcoSouth, we're committed to sustainability and community involvement, and we're looking for a Roll-Off Driver to join our dedicated team. In this role, you'll be essential to our ...

Roll Off Driver

Liberty, NC · On-site

$21 - $26.50/hr

Roll Off Driver Triad Hauling - LIBERTY, NC 27298 Overview Position Type Full Time Description Summary: The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing ...

Roll-Off Driver

Columbus, MS · On-site

$20.25 - $25.75/hr

Roll-Off Driver Columbus, MS Burns Group is a family-owned business, established in 1977 serving the civil construction and aggregates industry in the Southeast. Our portfolio includes heavy civil ...

Roll-Off Driver

Garner, NC · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Roll-Off Driver - Garner, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste-we build sustainable communities. We are ...

Roll-Off Driver

Hillsborough, NC · On-site

$17.75 - $22.50/hr

đźš› Roll-Off Driver - Durham, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste--we build sustainable communities. We ...

Roll-Off Driver

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$19 - $24.25/hr

Roll-Off Driver The Roll-Off Driver operates company vehicles while servicing containers and is responsible for complying with local, state and federal regulations, as well as with company policies ...

Roll Off Driver

Canton, OH

$19.50 - $25/hr

Roll Off Drivers operate heavy-duty trucks and are responsible for delivering, removing waste and hauling roll off and vacuum box containers to and from customer's sites. Our drivers are home every ...

Roll Off Driver

Wilbraham, MA · On-site

$20.75 - $26.50/hr

Roll-Off Driver USA Waste and Recycling Position Summary: A Roll-Off Driver safely operates a heavy-duty truck and is responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting large mobile open-top and ...

Roll-Off Driver

Cary, NC · On-site

$18.25 - $23.25/hr

đźš› Roll-Off Driver - Durham, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste--we build sustainable communities. We ...

Roll-Off Driver

Dallas, TX · On-site

$20 - $25.50/hr

Roll-Off Driver, Greenmark Waste Solutions Location: Dallas, Texas (onsite) About Us Based in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, Greenmark Waste Solutions ("Greenmark") is a locally-owned solid waste ...

Roll-Off Driver

Halifax, NC · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

đźš› Roll-Off Driver - Weldon, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste--we build sustainable communities. We ...

Roll-Off Driver

Thomasville, NC · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

đźš› Roll-Off Driver - High Point, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste--we build sustainable communities.

Roll-Off Driver

Randleman, NC · On-site

$19.25 - $24.50/hr

đźš› Roll-Off Driver - High Point, NC Ready to Drive Your Career Forward with GFL Environmental? At GFL Environmental ("Green For Life"), we don't just handle waste--we build sustainable communities.

Roll Off Driver

Brattleboro, VT · On-site

$21.25 - $27/hr

Roll-Off Driver USA Waste and Recycling USA Waste and Recycling, Inc Position Summary: A Roll-Off Driver safely operates a heavy-duty truck and is responsible for preparing, loading, and transporting ...

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How much do roll off driver jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for roll off driver in the United States is $23.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a roll off driver?

Roll off drivers are professionals responsible for operating large trucks that deliver and pick up roll-off containers, commonly used for transporting construction debris, waste, or recyclable materials. They ensure safe and timely delivery and removal of these containers at various job sites, following all safety and traffic regulations. Roll off drivers also inspect their vehicles, secure loads, complete necessary paperwork, and interact with customers to provide excellent service.

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

To thrive as a Roll Off Driver, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), good driving record, and knowledge of safety regulations and waste management procedures. Familiarity with hydraulic controls, GPS navigation systems, and company-specific dispatch software is often required. Strong time management, customer service orientation, and attention to detail help drivers excel in efficiently completing routes and interacting with clients. These skills ensure safe operations, regulatory compliance, and customer satisfaction in a role that is essential to waste collection and disposal services.

What does a roll off driver do?

A roll-off driver handles waste from high-volume construction, residential, and commercial facilities. As a roll-off driver, you transport open top and compact containers for proper disposal at the landfill. Your responsibilities include handling pick up, hauling, checking the container, completing reports, and complying with all transportation laws and procedures. This job is physically demanding as you mount and dismount a heavy-duty truck during your route. Other duties include inspecting and maintaining your truck, reporting any safety issues to the proper authorities, communicating with dispatch about orders, and receiving customer requests.

What are some common challenges roll off drivers face on the job, and how are they typically addressed?

Roll Off Drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight or congested areas, dealing with unpredictable weather, and ensuring proper placement and securement of containers. These challenges are usually addressed through comprehensive safety training, route planning, and effective communication with dispatchers and customers. Employers often provide specialized equipment and ongoing support to help drivers handle these situations safely and efficiently, fostering a collaborative and safety-focused work environment.

What is the difference between Roll Off Driver vs Dump Truck Driver?

AspectRoll Off DriverDump Truck Driver
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL)CDL
Work EnvironmentLoading and unloading large dumpsters, often in commercial or industrial areasTransporting and dumping bulk materials like gravel, sand, or debris
Industry UsageWaste management, recycling, construction

Both roles require a CDL and involve operating large trucks. A Roll Off Driver primarily handles dumpsters for waste removal, while a Dump Truck Driver transports bulk materials. The main difference lies in the type of load and the specific equipment used, but both roles are essential in construction, waste management, and hauling industries.

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Infographic showing various Roll Off Driver job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 27% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,394 per year, or $23.3 per hour.

Roll Off Driver

Meridian Waste

Huntsville, AL • On-site

$20.75 - $26.50/hr

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Roll Off Driver

The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete waste removal services for customers. In addition, the Roll Off Driver is responsible for ensuring his or her vehicle is in compliance with the Company's safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle, and completes vehicle condition reports on a daily basis to ensure that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

  • Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports.
  • Safely operate heavy truck along designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.
  • Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
  • Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
  • Identify unsatisfactory waste containers and tag containers in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.
  • Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste. Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
  • Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the packer blade and truck body (where appropriate) on each disposal trip.
  • Complete required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports and other reports, as required. Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company's safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
  • Follow and comply with all safety policies.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • Class B or higher Commercial Driver's license with air brakes endorsement.
  • Two years of prior experience driving heavy commercial trucks.
  • Excellent reading and writing skills

Specialized knowledge required:

  • Excellent Customer Service skills.
  • Must be able to multi-task and have an attention to detail.
  • Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Great attention to detail.

Physical demands:

  • Light lifting (50-100 pounds), Shop Environment

Work environment:

  • Warehouse/ Shop Environment

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