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The Boca Raton

Water Taxi Captain

Boca Raton, FL · On-site

$26.50/hr

Operates 26' Duffy Launch water taxi vessels safely and in accordance with coast guard regulations ... End of shift secure and clean boats, remove any trash. Drop off daily checklist and return keys to ...

Treasure Bay LLC

EVS Attendant

Biloxi, MS · On-site

$12.50 - $15.50/hr

Clean and maintain outside walkways, to include casino main entrance, taxi stand, valet driveway ... Empty trash receptacles * Clean and maintain all Environmental Services storage areas * Operate ...

DRIFTWOOD HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Bell Person

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Adhering to hotel taxi stand requirement and agreements. * Adheres to all company policies and ... trash, adjusting furniture to proper positions. * Stand by ready to assist guests, greeting and ...

Driftwood Hospitality Management

Bell Person

Falls Church, VA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

Adhering to hotel taxi stand requirement and agreements. * Adheres to all company policies and ... trash, adjusting furniture to proper positions. * Stand by ready to assist guests, greeting and ...

Metropolis Technologies

Door Attendant

Atlanta, GA

$16 - $17/hr

Hail taxi cabs for any guest requesting one. * Dispatch a sufficient number of taxi cabs to the ... Clean break room (to include empting trash, vacuuming and wiping down of table). * Complete other ...

Metropolis Technologies

Door Attendant

Atlanta, GA

$16 - $17/hr

Hail taxi cabs for any guest requesting one. * Dispatch a sufficient number of taxi cabs to the ... Clean break room (to include empting trash, vacuuming and wiping down of table). * Complete other ...

Metropolis Technologies

Door Attendant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Hail taxi cabs for any guest requesting one. * Dispatch a sufficient number of taxi cabs to the ... Clean break room (to include empting trash, vacuuming and wiping down of table). * Complete other ...

Metropolis Technologies

Door Attendant

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

Hail taxi cabs for any guest requesting one. * Dispatch a sufficient number of taxi cabs to the ... Clean break room (to include empting trash, vacuuming and wiping down of table). * Complete other ...

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How much do trash taxi jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for trash taxi in the United States is $14.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are Trash Taxi workers?

Trash Taxi workers are employees of a waste management company that provides residential and commercial garbage collection services. They are responsible for picking up, transporting, and disposing of trash and recyclables safely and efficiently. Trash Taxi workers often operate garbage trucks, handle customer service inquiries, and ensure that waste is managed according to local regulations. Their work plays a vital role in keeping communities clean and maintaining public health standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Trash Taxi (Garbage Collector), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Trash Taxi (Garbage Collector), you need physical stamina, attention to safety, and a valid driver’s license, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with waste collection vehicles and equipment, as well as knowledge of local waste disposal regulations, is typically required. Reliability, teamwork, and effective communication are key soft skills for efficiently coordinating with crew members and interacting with the public. These skills are vital to ensuring timely, safe, and environmentally responsible waste collection services in the community.

What is the difference between Trash Taxi vs Waste Management Driver?

AspectTrash Taxi
CredentialsValid driver's license, commercial driving license (CDL) often preferred
Work EnvironmentResidential and commercial waste pickup, on-demand or scheduled routes
Employer & IndustryPrivate waste collection services, often smaller or local companies
Job FocusQuick, on-demand waste removal, customer service

Waste Management Driver typically works for large, national waste management companies with scheduled routes and fleet management, while Trash Taxi often refers to smaller, on-demand waste pickup services. Both roles require similar licensing and operate in waste collection, but their scope and employer size differ.

What are some common challenges faced by Trash Taxi drivers, and how can they prepare for them?

Trash Taxi drivers often encounter challenges such as navigating tight city streets, managing heavy or bulky loads, and dealing with varying weather conditions. Staying alert and having good spatial awareness are essential, as is developing efficient routes to ensure timely pickups. Maintaining clear communication with dispatchers and following safety protocols help minimize risks and keep operations smooth. Training and experience can help drivers adapt to these challenges over time.
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Infographic showing various Trash Taxi job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 98% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,963 per year, or $14.9 per hour.

Water Taxi Captain

The Boca Raton

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

$26.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

The Boca Raton rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Summary

The ideal candidate will have an outstanding attitude and be motivated to ensure the member, guest, and passenger experience are above expectations while always keeping safety awareness in mind. This individual must have a passion to serve and be flexible with the constant day to day activities that arise. He or she must be safety conscience, adaptable and provide local knowledge while operating water taxi vessel. They will be qualified, confident, and experienced in running a 26’, 24 passenger, 7 ton, inboard, launch style water taxi within Lake Boca, the ICW and around heavy vessel traffic.

Essential Functions

Job duties include, although are not limited to:

  • Begins daily operating schedule on time
  • Operates 26’ Duffy Launch water taxi vessels safely and in accordance with coast guard regulations
  • Ensures that the mate properly assists guests while boarding and disembarking.
  • Ensures guest capacity aboard vessel is safe and comfortable, assists and prioritizes any guest traveling with special needs
  • Scans waterway while boat is at the dock, making sure that no guests board or disembark during Wake” period of passing vessels.
  • Scans Water while underway, avoiding floating debris, swimmers, and manatees.
  • Follows all Federal, State, and Local laws pertaining to safety and “Rules of the road”
  • Yields “Right of Way” to all boats When oncoming vessel Captain's skills are in doubt while approaching Boca Inlet Bridge.
  • Maintains proper VHF radio responsiveness and etiquette
  • In collusion with Dockmaster, performs, oversees, or ensures that all regularly scheduled, necessary, and emergency maintenance is completed timely and correctly
  • Maintains logs and records in accordance with Dockmaster and USCG directives
  • Oversees, prepares vessels for, and ensures vessels stay current on all USCG inspections
  • Always operates the vessel in a safe and professional manner.
  • Reports any and all damage and/or loss to Dockmaster immediately
  • Provides excellent customer service and, when appropriate, interacts with guests in accordance to The Boca Raton standards
  • End of shift secure and clean boats, remove any trash. Drop off daily checklist and return keys to the north gate security.
  • Any other duties, tasks, and responsibilities as directed by Dockmaster

Internal Relationships

Reports to Dockmaster and works alongside Assistant Dockmaster.

External Relationships

Has regular contact with with guests and members of the resort, GM of Beachclub, GM of Yacht Club, GM of Tower Hotel.

Qualifications

  • Must possess USCG Merchant Mariner Credential: Master, minimum 25 Tons

Education/Experience Requirements

  • Be Drugfree and prepared to enter consortium
  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must have minimum 2 years’ experience commanding inspected passenger vessels in either, inshore, near shore, or offshore operation.


Physical Requirements

Lifting 50 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 lbs. It requires walking or standing to a significant degree, as well as reaching, handling, feeling, talking, hearing, and seeing.

In the United States, we are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.


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