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Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$750 - $950/wk

Waste Management Specialist SEASON: Winter (February-November) LOCATION : South Pole Station ... Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract. OTHER : US ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$750 - $950/wk

Waste Management SpecialistSEASON: Winter (February-November) LOCATION: South Pole Station ... Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract.OTHER: US ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$750 - $950/wk

Waste Management Specialist SEASON: Winter (April - Oct) LOCATION : Palmer Station, Antarctica ... Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract. OTHER : US ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$750 - $950/wk

POSITION: Waste Management SpecialistSEASON: Winter (April - Oct)LOCATION: Palmer Station ... Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract.OTHER: US ...

Gana-A'Yoo, Limited - Antarctic Program

$700 - $950/wk

POSITION: Waste Management Specialist SEASON: Austral Summer (Oct - Feb) LOCATION : South Pole ... Valid Driver's License and passport valid for six months after end of contract. OTHER : US ...

ZRG Partners

Account Manager Waste Management

Houston, TX · On-site

$110K - $120K/yr

... waste management solutions. Key Responsibilities * Identify, pursue, and close new business ... Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record may be required, depending on company policy.

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How much do waste management drivers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for waste management drivers in the United States is $55,621.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $57,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Waste Management Drivers vs Recycling Truck Drivers?

AspectWaste Management DriversRecycling Truck Drivers
CredentialsCommercial Driver's License (CDL)Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
Work EnvironmentResidential, commercial waste collectionRecycling collection, often same routes as waste drivers
Industry UsageWaste management companies, municipalitiesRecycling facilities, waste management companies
Job FocusCollecting and transporting wasteCollecting and transporting recyclable materials

Waste Management Drivers and Recycling Truck Drivers both require a CDL and operate large trucks. Waste Management Drivers focus on waste collection, while Recycling Truck Drivers specialize in recyclable materials. Both roles are essential in waste and recycling industries, often sharing routes and work environments.

Is driving for waste management worth it?

Driving for waste management involves operating large trucks, often requiring a commercial driver's license (CDL), and working in outdoor environments with physical demands. The job offers steady employment, benefits, and the opportunity to work in a vital industry focused on public health and environmental safety.
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Infographic showing various Waste Management Drivers job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,621 per year, or $26.7 per hour.

Waste Management Driver [Full-Time]

San Antonio, TX • On-site

San Antonio Zoo
Museums and Historical Sites • 501 - 1,000 employees

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 10 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

19th of 37 rated wildlife parks and zoos

People enjoy working here

Good employer

Good training

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$14.50/hr

Full-time

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Job description

Waste Management Driver

Collaborate with a passionate Zoo Crew in San Antonio
Choosing where to grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the place you choose to work at will support and guide you. With a diversity of passionate people, San Antonio Zoo is a place where you can collaborate with others securing a future for wildlife.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

As Waste Management Driver, is responsible for the daily operation of a refuse and recycling collection vehicle in a safe, efficient, and timely manner.  You represent San Antonio Zoo® with the highest of integrity onsite. You are also instrumental in assisting the Maintenance team in the relocation of product and materials when needed. 

 

As a part of Zoo Waste Management, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people in San Antonio. Here, you will make an impact by:

  • Inspecting vehicle to ensure proper mechanical functioning and prepares it for daily use.
  • Collect refuse and recyclable materials on assigned routes and transport them to appropriate sites.
  • Removes trash bags from all designated service areas. 
  • Cleans truck daily after operation.
  • Safe operation of Zoo grounds vehicles.
  • Ability to learn safe operation of manual equipment: skid steers with all related attachments, forklifts, backhoes, etc. 
  • This position does not require a CDL certification.
  • This position requires early morning availability.
  • All other duties as assigned.
  • Constantly exhibit an attitude of service inside and outside of the zoo, showing hospitality to all.
  • Be fully committed to the mission of San Antonio Zoo® to create awareness that inspires action to care for the wild world we steward and animals we protect.  

Your Skills and Expertise  

To set you up for success in this role from day one, the San Antonio Zoo recommends the following skills/qualifications:

  • Ability to work weekends, holidays and occasional after-hour assignment.
  • Able to understand, foresee, and apply necessary safety precautions. Applicable to the Zoo environment.
  • High school diploma or GED certification.
  • Ability to safely operate assigned vehicles.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Must have a valid state issued driver’s license with a clean driving record.
  • At least one (1) year of driving experience.
  • Ability to safely maneuver a 6-yard dump truck in tight areas.

The San Antonio Zoo is an equal opportunity employer.  San Antonio Zoo will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

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