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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for smash my trash in the United States is $21.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Smash My Trash job typically involves operating a specialized mobile compaction truck to reduce the volume of waste in dumpsters. Operators use heavy machinery to compact commercial waste efficiently, helping businesses save money on hauling costs. The job may also include driving between customer locations, maintaining the equipment, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. It is a hands-on role that requires mechanical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to customer service.

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A typical day for a Smash My Trash operator involves driving a specialized mobile compaction truck to various client sites, safely operating the compactor to reduce waste volume in large dumpsters, and ensuring equipment is properly maintained. Operators follow structured routes, interact with customers to answer questions or address needs, and document completed work using a digital platform. Most operators work independently but are supported by a dispatch and service team for guidance and updates. The work is active, hands-on, and suited for those who enjoy being on the road and delivering visible results to clients.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Smash My Trash position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Smash My Trash operator, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), basic mechanical aptitude, and safety awareness. Experience operating industrial compacting equipment and knowledge of DOT regulations are typically required, along with occasional use of digital route management or scheduling tools. Strong customer service skills, reliability, and attention to detail help operators succeed when interacting with clients and performing on-site work. These competencies are important because the role involves safely operating complex machinery while delivering professional, efficient service directly at customer locations.

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Full Time Smash Truck Driver/Operator (Peninsula)

Smash My Trash

San Carlos, CA • On-site

$27/hr

Full-time

PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Full Time Driver / Smash Operator 


Want to be part of a fast-growing, innovative company that is disrupting the commercial waste industry?


About Smash My Trash:

Smash My Trash provides innovative waste services to the largest commercial, industrial and construction companies in the nation.  With more than 500 locations in markets across the United States, we are growing rapidly due to the disruptive nature of our business model and value proposition.  Our patented-equipment and service model helps companies reduce waste hauls by up to 70%!  Target customers include manufacturing, distribution, freight forwarders, commercial and residential contractors, and more.  Virtually any company with an open-top dumpster (20 - 40 yd) is a potential customer.  Visit www.smashmytrash.com to learn more about how we are changing the game!


The Role:

Smash My Trash is looking for a dependable, self-motivating, and customer-focused individual who wants to be part of a growing company to join our team as a Driver/Smash Operator.

The Driver/Smash Operator will be responsible for: 

  • Safely and efficiently operating our mobile “Smash Truck”.
  • Working with management & sales to coordinate and execute on-site demos for prospective customers.
  • Optimizing truck routes with the goal of reaching revenue and efficiency targets.
  • Ensuring that all safety and maintenance functions are performed to maintain the proper working order of the Smash truck.
  • Delivering key customer information to our Smash customers through our technology platforms.
  • Providing great customer service.


Qualifications of the Driver/Smash Operator:

  • Experience in safely operating a Class 6 truck (i.e., dump truck, garbage truck, backhoe, ambulance, fire truck, and/or bus).
  • Class B CDL is preferred but not required.
  • Experience maintaining a Class 6 truck and hydraulic equipment preferred but not required.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and background check.
  • Skilled with mobile phone + apps for truck maintenance.
  • Experience with preventative maintenance software such as Geotab preferred.
  • Must be willing to work on the Peninsula between South San Francisco and San Jose. If candidate lives outside this area, they must be willing to commute. The truck you will be driving is located in Burlingame.


While you will no doubt love your 26,000-pound Smash Truck, you should also enjoy working with people. Customers should describe you as friendly and easy to work with. Driven and energetic, you should always be focused on efficiency, but never lose sight of safety and common sense. Motivation to continually train and develop may eventually advance your career with our company!


What We Offer

  • $27 per hour compensation.
  • New business referral bonus opportunities
  • Paid Vacation, Holidays and Sick Leave 
  • Cell Phone Allowance
  • Growth Opportunity