Roll Off Driver Solid Waste Department

Annual Salary: $49,586 - $53,215

Hourly Pay Rate: $23.84 - $25.58

Unrestricted CDL license Required

As a Roll Off Driver - FT - Solid Waste Department, you help protect public health and strengthen community impact across Rutherford County by keeping collection and transport operations safe, reliable, and responsive. This purpose-driven role supports our mission through consistent service and careful equipment handling.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operate roll-off and other large trucks/vehicles and related heavy equipment as assigned
• Haul and transport materials to designated sites and support solid waste projects/activities
• Perform manual work connected to daily routes, sites, and assigned tasks
• Conduct and document federally mandated pre-trip and post-trip Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR) and basic upkeep to help maintain trucks/equipment
• Follow OSHA/DOT requirements and safe work practices at all times

Preferred qualifications/skills:

• Heavy equipment operation certifications (e.g., backhoe, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader)
• Mechanical aptitude for inspection/maintenance; strong physical stamina; basic communication skills
• Roll-off hoist experience, cable/hook-lift operations, and a clean driving record (MVR)

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Program
• Fully Funded Pension with Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System
• 401(k), Roth 401(k) and 457b Additional Retirement Saving Options
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Vacation and Sick Leave Accrual
• Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistance Program