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Clean Earth

Warehouse Loading Monitor

Phoenix, AZ

$21/hr

Instruct Driver when to move the tractor trailer to ensure evenly distributed loading of trailer ... resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and ...

EcoLube Recovery

Class A Driver - Transport

Tacoma, WA

$30 - $32/hr

Safely operate Class A tractor-trailer units to transport bulk liquid and/or containerized materials (such as 55-gallon drums). * Transport materials to EcoLube Recovery and third-party locations 2-3 ...

Metalico

Class A CDL Driver

Pittsburgh, PA

$25/hr

Tractor Trailer- Frameless Dump Trailer experience preferred. Duties & Responsibilities: * Drives ... and recover platinum, palladium, and rhodium, known as Platinum Group Metals (PGM's). These ...

Veolia

Warehouse Loading Monitor

Phoenix, AZ

... resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and ... Instruct Driver when to move the tractor trailer to ensure evenly distributed loading of trailer.

Rockstar Mechanics

CDL-A Transport Driver

Saco, ME · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

CDL-A Transport Driver - Saco, ME We're hiring a dependable CDL-A Transport Driver to run heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, recovery trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations (26,000+ GVWR). This is a ...

Rockstar Mechanics

CDL-A Transport Driver

Saco, ME · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

CDL-A Transport Driver - Saco, ME We're hiring a dependable CDL-A Transport Driver to run heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, recovery trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations (26,000+ GVWR). This is a ...

Metalico

Class A Driver

Girard, OH · On-site

$25/hr

Tractor Trailer- Frameless Dump Trailer experience preferred. Duties & Responsibilities: * Drives ... and recover platinum, palladium, and rhodium, known as Platinum Group Metals (PGM's). These ...

Rockstar Mechanics

CDL-A Transport Driver

Saco, ME · On-site

$28 - $34/hr

CDL-A Transport Driver - Saco, ME We're hiring a dependable CDL-A Transport Driver to run heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, recovery trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations (26,000+ GVWR). This is a ...

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How much do tractor trailer recovery jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for tractor trailer recovery in the United States is $24.18, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.67 and $26.92 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Tractor Trailer Recovery Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Tractor Trailer Recovery Specialist, you need expertise in vehicle recovery techniques, understanding of heavy-duty truck mechanics, and typically a commercial driver's license (CDL) with relevant endorsements. Familiarity with specialized recovery equipment such as winches, cranes, and tow trucks, as well as safety protocols, is essential. Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are vital soft skills for coordinating with clients and ensuring safe recoveries. These abilities are crucial for efficiently handling complex recovery operations, minimizing downtime, and maintaining safety on the road.

What is tractor trailer recovery?

Tractor trailer recovery refers to the process of retrieving, towing, or salvaging large trucks and their trailers that have become disabled, overturned, or stuck due to accidents, mechanical failures, or adverse road conditions. Recovery specialists use specialized heavy-duty equipment to safely remove vehicles from difficult situations without causing further damage. The job often requires expertise in rigging, winching, and sometimes even environmental cleanup, depending on the cargo involved.

What are some common challenges faced in a Tractor Trailer Recovery role and how can they be managed?

Tractor Trailer Recovery professionals often encounter challenging situations, such as working in adverse weather conditions, handling oversized or heavily damaged vehicles, and ensuring safety on busy roadways. Managing these challenges requires strong problem-solving skills, adherence to safety protocols, and effective communication with dispatchers, law enforcement, and clients. Ongoing training in equipment operation and staying updated on recovery techniques are also essential for success in this dynamic field.

What is the difference between Tractor Trailer Recovery vs Heavy Vehicle Towing?

AspectTractor Trailer RecoveryHeavy Vehicle Towing
CredentialsCommercial driver's license (CDL), specialized recovery trainingCDL, heavy-duty towing certification
Work EnvironmentRoadside, accident scenes, recovery yardsRoadside, industrial sites, transport hubs
Industry UsageFreight, logistics, trucking companiesTransport, construction, logistics

Tractor Trailer Recovery focuses on retrieving and repairing large trucks and trailers after accidents or breakdowns, often requiring specialized skills and equipment. Heavy Vehicle Towing covers a broader range of large vehicles, including buses and construction equipment. While both roles involve roadside assistance and require CDL licenses, Tractor Trailer Recovery emphasizes recovery and repair of freight trucks, making it more specialized in that niche.

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Infographic showing various Tractor Trailer Recovery job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 51% Full Time, and 49% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,304 per year, or $24.2 per hour.
Warehouse Loading Monitor

Warehouse Loading Monitor

Clean Earth

Phoenix, AZ

$21/hr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Clean Earth rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 23 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

35th of 71 rated recycling and waste

Job description

Job Location - Chandler AZ.
The Loading Monitor works under minimal supervision at a customer site preparing tractor trailers to receive waste loads and overseeing the proper loading of non-hazardous waste onto tractor trailers:
  • Monitor the flow of waste being loaded inside tractor trailer.
  • Instruct Driver when to move the tractor trailer to ensure evenly distributed loading of trailer.
  • Complete log entries, recording times, weights, activities, and staff details.
  • Responsible for maintaining clean work area by sweeping and power washing trailer interior and surrounding bay(s) as needed.
  • Place plastic liners inside empty trailers prior to loading of waste.
  • Transport delivered liners to storage area.
  • Follow all health and safety and Job Safety Analysis (JSA) procedures.
  • Perform other reasonably related tasks as assigned by management.

Pay: $21.00 hourly.

Qualifications:
Basic Requirements:
  • Willingness and ability to work a variable schedule which may include holidays and weekends (scheduled in advance).
  • Willingness and ability to wear company provided personal protection equipment including eye protection, steel toed shoes, hard hat, gloves, etc.
  • Ability to climb stairs repeatedly throughout workday.
  • Willing and able to work in all climate conditions.
  • Ability to bend, stand, and traverse uneven surfaces.

Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience in environmental disposal.
  • Ability to deal politely and professionally with customers and/or coworkers.
  • Ability to follow directions or instructions.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion.
  • Ability to work independently without immediate supervision.
  • Ability to use a computer to communicate, create, and access information.

About Clean Earth:

Veolia has acquired Clean Earth. As Clean Earth completes its integration into Veolia, recruiting and hiring for this role is being managed in partnership with the Clean Earth talent acquisition team.Veolia in North America is the top-ranked environmental company in the United States for three consecutive years, and the country’s largest private water operator and technology provider as well as hazardous waste and pollution treatment leader. It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource recovery. Veolia helps commercial, industrial, healthcare, higher education and municipality customers throughout North America. Headquartered in Boston, Veolia has more than 10,000 employees working at more than 350 locations across North America.

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