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Roller Compactor Operator Jobs in Virginia (NOW HIRING)

Roll Off Driver

Lunenburg, VA · On-site

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt ... refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.

Roll Off Driver

Petersburg, VA · On-site

$25 - $30/hr

The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt ... refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.

Roll Off Driver

Lunenburg, VA · On-site

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

The Roll Off Driver is responsible for safely operating a collection truck, and providing prompt ... refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.

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How much do roller compactor operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for roller compactor operator in Virginia is $21.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.16 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Roller Compactor Operator job?

A Roller Compactor Operator is responsible for operating a road roller or compactor to compress soil, gravel, asphalt, or other materials to create a smooth and stable surface. They work primarily in construction, road building, and landscaping projects. Their duties include controlling the machine’s speed and pressure, inspecting the equipment for maintenance needs, and ensuring proper compaction. Operators must follow safety protocols and coordinate with other workers on-site to achieve project specifications. Experience with heavy machinery and an understanding of soil and material compaction techniques are essential for this role.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Roller Compactor Operator on a construction site?

As a Roller Compactor Operator, your daily responsibilities include operating roller machinery to compact soil, asphalt, or other materials, performing regular equipment inspections, and ensuring that compaction meets specified standards. You may also assist with maintaining the roller and reporting any mechanical issues to supervisors. Collaboration with other equipment operators, site foremen, and construction crew members is frequent, as alignment and timing are important for efficient workflow. Expect to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and adhere to rigorous safety protocols each day. Understanding the pace and teamwork required will help you excel in this vital construction role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Roller Compactor Operator position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Roller Compactor Operator, you need practical experience with heavy machinery, a high school diploma or GED, and training in equipment operation and safety procedures. Familiarity with operating roller compactors, basic maintenance tools, and certifications such as OSHA safety training are often required. Attention to detail, strong teamwork abilities, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for this job. These competencies ensure safe and efficient work on construction sites, high-quality project outcomes, and a collaborative work environment.

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Roll Off Driver

Roll Off Driver

Meridian Waste

Lunenburg, VA • On-site

$20.50 - $26.25/hr

Other

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5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

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Job description

Summary: 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

  • 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

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/ and or Experience:

  • 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 Including any required certificates, licenses, and registrations

  • 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

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Warehouse/ Shop Environment

In addition to the above, the performance of other related duties may be required.

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