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For these customers, you will fill our bins with paper and shred them with our state of the art trucks. Unlike an OTR driver, you will be home every night and apart from a few Saturdays per year, you ...

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For these customers, you will fill our bins with paper and shred them with our state of the art trucks. Unlike an OTR driver, you will be home every night and apart from a few Saturdays per year, you ...

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 transporting ...

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 transporting ...

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 transporting ...

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How much do shred jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for shred in the United States is $37.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $24.04 and $41.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are common challenges faced by shredder operators, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals in document shredding roles often face challenges such as handling large volumes of sensitive materials, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, and maintaining equipment. Staying organized and following strict protocols helps mitigate risks of data breaches, while routine maintenance prevents machine downtime. Team communication and ongoing training on regulations and safety procedures are essential for efficiency and compliance in this environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a shredder operator?

To thrive as a Shredder Operator, you need mechanical aptitude, attention to safety protocols, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with industrial shredding equipment, basic maintenance tools, and sometimes forklift certification are typically required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to follow instructions help ensure efficient and safe operations. These skills and qualities are crucial for maintaining workplace safety, minimizing downtime, and ensuring the secure destruction of materials.

What is the difference between Shred vs Cutter?

AspectShredCutter
CredentialsTypically requires safety training and basic equipment handling certificationsSimilar certifications, often including safety and equipment operation
Work EnvironmentFactories, recycling centers, document destruction facilitiesManufacturing plants, packaging facilities, or material processing sites
Industry UsageDocument destruction, waste management, recyclingMaterial processing, packaging, manufacturing
Common Search/ComparisonShred vs Cutter

Shred and Cutter roles often overlap in industries related to material processing and waste management. Shred jobs focus on destroying documents or materials securely, while Cutter roles involve cutting or shaping materials. Both require safety training and are found in similar work environments, making them common points of comparison for job seekers.

What does a shredder do?

A shredder, often referred to as a shredding machine operator or document destruction specialist, is responsible for securely destroying sensitive documents and materials by operating shredding equipment. Their main duties include sorting materials to be shredded, operating and maintaining shredding machines, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations, and disposing of shredded materials properly. This role is crucial for organizations that handle confidential information, as proper shredding helps prevent data breaches and identity theft.
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Infographic showing various Shred job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 94% In-person, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,621 per year, or $37.8 per hour.

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Description

The Secure Shred Driver will be responsible for the pick-up and delivery of confidential containers and materials relevant to Secure Shred. He/she will maintain a quality of customer service satisfactory to our management on an ongoing basis.


DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Pick up materials and products as scheduled
  • Deliver clean totes/consoles to customers and place in their correct locations as scheduled
  • Maintain security of customer's information at all times
  • Load and unload trucks daily
  • Return completed records to the office daily
  • Provide excellent customer service 
  • Know and follow all safety precautions and legal requirements in driving and maintaining agency vehicles as well as equipment
  • Responsible for the safety and welfare of all passengers in the agency vehicle
  • Perform regular safety and maintenance checks
  • Ensure that regularly scheduled maintenance requirements are adhered to and the reporting of extraordinary repairs as needed
  • Run and maintain equipment as assigned
  • Pick up materials and oversee processing of document destruction
  • Perform shredding duties when necessary; including forklift driving and baling paper
  • All other duties as assigned by the manager or director


PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

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

  • Move up to 50 pounds without assistance
  • Move 100 pounds assisted
  • Stand for long periods of time 
  • Sit for long periods of time
  • Must frequently pull or push two totes that can weigh up to 500 lbs each


REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to speak professionally and courteously with customers and staff at delivery points. 
  • Ability to remain focused in busy environment.



EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • Must possess valid For Hire license or CDL with a driving record acceptable to Opportunity Enterprises, Inc.'s insurance carrier. Must keep all Certificates, Licenses, Registrations current
  • Must have high school diploma/GED

Benefits to all Employees:

  • Accrued Time Off
  • Partial Holiday Pay
  • Partial Paid Birthday off!
  • Employee discounts (Verizon phone plans & YMCA membership)
  • Employee referral program
  • Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
  • FSA accounts
  • Paid Mileage
  • Employee recognition events
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid Extensive training
  • Flexible Hours
  • CPR/First Aid training 

Additional Benefits to Full-Time Employees:

  • 401K w/ 5% company matching
  • 8 paid holidays
  • Paid day off on Birthday!
  • PTO
  • Pay On Demand Option (UKG Wallet)
  • HSA Accounts
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Casual Fridays
  • Supplemental Insurance (short term disability, cancer plans, life insurance and more)

About Opportunity Enterprises Founded in 1967, we are a nonprofit organization that strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities reach their greatest potential and live full, enriching lives. Our vision is to create a fully integrated community where life for persons with developmental disabilities is valuable, purposeful, and fulfilling. We believe it is possible to make a positive difference in the lives of the individuals we serve by accepting people as they are and supporting them in achieving their fullest growth and development. We know that well-trained and motivated staff is at the core of helping us achieve our vision. Our employees work hard to ensure that our clients are heard and given the resources they need to be self-sufficient. To show our appreciation, we strive to provide a positive work environment that encourages innovation and change to help our employees continuously learn and grow.Make a difference today! Please fill out our brief application and- we'll be in touch soon!!


Requirements

For Hire Endorsement Required