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I. Job Summary The Shred-it Route Driver is responsible for providing industry leading levels of service to clients while taking care of all customer document destruction needs, including ...

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Unloads shredded paper, media, and products from Shred-it's trucks at the assigned branch nightly. * Reload trucks with specific equipment needed for the next day's assignment. * Operates and ...

Shred-It Box Truck Route Driver

Miami, FL · On-site

$17.25 - $21.50/hr

I. Job Summary The Shred-it Route Driver is responsible for providing industry leading levels of service to clients while taking care of all customer document destruction needs, including ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for shred it in the United States is $23.41, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $25.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A typical day for a Shred It team member involves collecting and securely transporting confidential documents or media from client locations, operating shredding machinery, and ensuring all data destruction meets company and legal standards. You may work independently or as part of a route team, interacting with both clients and colleagues to coordinate pickups and maintain clear documentation. The job often requires physical activity, attention to safety, and adherence to strict security protocols. Team members regularly collaborate to meet client needs efficiently, making communication and reliability key elements of daily success.

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To thrive at Shred It (typically a role in a professional document shredding and data destruction company), you need attention to detail, physical stamina, and a strong understanding of confidentiality protocols, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industrial shredders, safety procedures, and secure data handling systems is important, and some positions may require a clean background check. Dependability, teamwork, and clear communication are valuable soft skills for ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction. These abilities are essential to maintain security, uphold compliance standards, and deliver reliable service to clients with sensitive information.

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Shred-It Truck Route Driver

Brecksville, OH • On-site


Waste Management , Inc.
Environmental Consulting Services • 10K+ employees

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 651 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 91 rated recycling and waste

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Recommended by parents


$21 - $26.25/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Shred-it Route Driver

The Shred-it Route Driver is responsible for providing industry leading levels of service to clients while taking care of all customer document destruction needs, including transporting supplies and materials, safely and in accordance with company policy and all local and federal laws. This involves loading and unloading the delivery vehicle and ensuring that all cargo is safely secured before transport.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Performs onsite/offsite document destruction of confidential information
  • Performs pre/post-trip checks, and driver check-in on assigned truck, prior to leaving or closing for the day. Reports maintenance issues to Transportation/Dispatcher for follow-up
  • Operates company equipment in a safe and efficient manner in an effort to minimize the risk of injury and equipment damage
  • Complies with all local, Provincial and federal laws governing driver fitness and hours of service. Complete and maintain DOT logs when applicable
  • Maintains a high level of security when emptying consoles and/or collection totes by ensuring all documents are retrieved and the consoles/containers are securely locked
  • Services accounts using a hand-held device, ensuring console/containers are barcoded, locations are up to date, and the accuracy of type and quantity of consoles/containers
  • Manages assigned routes ensuring customers' confidential material collected and serviced in a timely and accurate manner
  • Handles and responds to all customer problems and inquiries expediently and in the best interest of both the customer and WMHS
  • Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned

Qualifications:

  • 3 years of experience, preferably in driving Box Trucks and route management
  • Valid Driver's License
  • High School Diploma or GED (accredited)

Physical Requirements:

  • Standing
  • Walking
  • Lifting
  • Pushing
  • Pulling
  • Crouching
  • Reaching
  • Handling
  • Sitting
  • Talking
  • Hearing

Field: This job operates in both inside garage, shop or gas plant conditions as well as in outside conditions that include inclement weather, heat and humidity. This role is designated as safety sensitive and will require the successful candidate to strictly comply with all safety rules and protocols. As part of the ongoing employment requirements, the successful candidate may be subject to drug and alcohol testing—including pre‑employment screening, post‑incident evaluations, reasonable suspicion checks, and random testing—in accordance with government regulations and company policies.

Benefits: At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term disability. In addition, we offer a stock purchase plan, company matching on a 401(k), and more. Employees also receive paid vacation, holidays, and personal days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.


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Environmental consulting services and water, sewage, waste, steam, air heating and cooling systems

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10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US


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