Residential Garbage Truck Driver
Listed on 2026-08-31
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Transportation
General Labor, Driver
Residential Garbage Truck Driver – Rear Load
Company:
Waste Connections
Location:
Okahumpka, FL Pay: $23+ per hour (based on experience)
Schedule:
Monday–Friday, occasional Saturdays
Hours:
50–60 hours per week Full‑Time | Year‑Round
Waste Connections is seeking safety‑focused Residential Rear‑Load Garbage Truck Drivers who take pride in hard work, teamwork, and career growth. This is a driver‑to‑driver position that requires both driving and riding on the back of the truck while servicing residential neighborhoods.
Safety is our #1 value. Candidates must be comfortable working in active residential areas, performing physical labor, and following strict safety procedures throughout the route.
Key Responsibilities- Operate a residential rear‑load garbage truck on assigned routes
- Ride on the back of the truck between stops while servicing residential areas
- Repeatedly climb on and off the truck throughout the shift
- Lift, pull, and empty residential trash containers
- Perform heavy physical labor for the duration of the route
- Safely and courteously interact with customers in residential neighborhoods
- Follow all company safety policies, traffic laws, and route procedures
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Assist driving partner to complete routes safely and efficiently
- Valid CDL required
- Minimum 2 years of work experience, with a stable work history
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the day
- Able and willing to ride on the back of the truck during residential collections
- Comfortable with frequent climbing on and off the truck
- Willing to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other conditions
- Able to work long shifts (50–60 hours per week)
- Residential Rear‑Load or Front‑Load driving experience is a PLUS
- Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits package including:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Life insurance & long‑term disability
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Stable, year‑round employment
- Long‑term career growth opportunities — Connect with Your Future
Garbage is essential, and we work year‑round.
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Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer (Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans)
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