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Weekend Pit Loader Operator Jobs in Newtown, CT (NOW HIRING)

Earn up to $100,000 annually operating trips for a diverse range of clients including: * Collegiate ... Flexible Schedule including nights and weekends. * Great customer service skills * Strong ...

Earn up to $100,000 annually operating trips for a diverse range of clients including collegiate ... Flexible schedule including nights and weekends. * Great customer service skills * Strong ...

Earn up to $100,000 annually operating trips for a diverse range of clients including: * Collegiate ... Flexible Schedule including nights and weekends. * Great customer service skills * Strong ...

Motorcoach Driver

Bridgeport, CT · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Earn up to $100,000 annually operating trips for a diverse range of clients including: * Collegiate ... Flexible Schedule including nights and weekends. * Great customer service skills * Strong ...

Material Handler-Weekends

Newtown, CT · On-site

$17.25 - $20.75/hr

Material Handler-Weekends Newtown Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport Nearest Secondary Market ... Will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies * Load ...

Sales & Service Technician (TEMP) Location: 72 SAND PIT ROAD, DANBURY, CT 06810 Union: CWA 1298 ... May work with molten lead and wax. • Scheduled work tours may be weekday, weekend and holiday ...

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How much do weekend pit loader operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend pit loader operator in Newtown, CT is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.60 and $23.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Pit Loader Operator vs Weekend Heavy Equipment Operator?

AspectWeekend Pit Loader OperatorWeekend Heavy Equipment Operator
CredentialsHigh school diploma, safety certifications, equipment-specific trainingHigh school diploma, safety certifications, equipment-specific training
Work EnvironmentMining sites, construction sites, quarriesConstruction sites, mining sites, infrastructure projects
Industry UsageMining, quarrying, constructionConstruction, mining, infrastructure

Both roles require safety certifications and operate heavy machinery in similar environments. The main difference lies in the specific equipment operated: the Weekend Pit Loader Operator focuses on loaders used in mining and quarrying, while the Weekend Heavy Equipment Operator may operate a broader range of machinery across construction and infrastructure projects.

What job categories do people searching Weekend Pit Loader Operator jobs in Newtown, CT look for?

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What cities near Newtown, CT are hiring for Weekend Pit Loader Operator jobs?

Cities near Newtown, CT with the most Weekend Pit Loader Operator job openings:

Class B Front Load Truck Driver

Interstate Waste Services

Shelton, CT • On-site

$25 - $32/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago


Interstate Waste Services rating

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Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

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Job description

Interstate Waste Services CDL B Front Load Truck Drivers

Interstate Waste Services is now hiring CDL B front load truck drivers!

Safety is our first priority.

$25.00 to $32.00 per hour

Dispatch location: Shelton, CT

Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional Saturdays

Front load garbage truck experience required

To be considered: When applying, submit a resume showing work history

Highlights:

  • Work week: Monday - Friday with some Saturdays
  • Hourly pay - $25.00 - $32.00
  • Early start time - 4 or 5am
  • Minimum 1 year CDL experience required
  • Full comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401k and much more...

Interstate Waste Services is the most progressive and innovative provider of solid waste and recycling services in the country! We primarily service Northern New Jersey, Southern New York State, New York City, and recently expanded our operations of transfer stations into Pennsylvania and Ohio, where we also own and operate a state-of-the-art rail-served landfill. We cater to a diverse range of residential, industrial, and commercial customers. Our mission has always been to provide our customers with the highest quality waste, recycling, and environmental services, while keeping focus on employee, customer, and environmental safety.

We have mastered the ability to balance the standards of a large corporate company while maintaining our small business family style culture.

Essential Job Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other minor duties may be assigned.

  • Drivers are responsible for safely operating front, side, or rear-loading trucks, for the pick-up service of bags or containers filled with waste or recyclable material. Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycle facility, and may make one or more trips throughout the shift
  • Drivers transport the material to a disposal, transfer or recycling facility, & may make one or more trips throughout the shift
  • We deploy both manual & automatic trucks
  • The driver position may be required to repeatedly lift up to 50 pounds, & move & maneuver up to 100 pounds, as well as mount & dismount the truck multiple times every route
Requirements and Qualifications

Requirements:

  • 21 years of age & legally eligible to work in the United States
  • Valid Class A or B CDL
  • Airbrake endorsement
  • 1-year CDL driving experience in the last 7 years
  • Great safety record and clean MVR
  • Experience as a driver or helper for a refuge company is highly preferred
  • Working knowledge of DOT, OSHA & applicable traffic regulations
  • Ability to speak & read English to converse with the general public, understand highway traffic & signals, respond to official questions & make legible entries on reports & records
  • Read & understand a map
  • Meet physical & safety requirements of the position.
  • Willing & able to work required worked hours as allowed under DOT regulation & may include weekend, night &/or holiday work

Additional job requirements:

  • Routes may require drivers to navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in city locations.
  • Highly skilled backing maneuvers are essential to successfully perform this job.
  • Our drivers routinely climb in and out of the truck cab to service customer accounts.
  • Driver pre and post inspections required. Drivers are responsible for ensuring their truck is in compliance with IWS's safety standards as well as OSHA and DOT regulations, and local traffic laws, prior to and while operating the vehicle.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information

IWS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Salary Range Minimum

USD $25.00/Hr.

Salary Range Maximum

USD $32.00/Hr.


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