Residential Garbage Truck
Okahumpka, FLFull-time$23/hrSeen 3 days agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago
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Waste Connections seeks safety-focused residential rear-load garbage truck drivers to service residential neighborhoods. The role involves both driving and riding on the back of the truck, performing physical labor, and following safety procedures. Drivers work outdoors in all weather conditions and interact with customers. The posting offers full-time, year-round employment with overtime opportunities and benefits.
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🚛 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
Position Overview
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
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Operate a residential rear‑load garbage truck on assigned routes
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Ride on the back of the truck between stops while servicing residential areas
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Repeatedly climb on and off the truck throughout the shift
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Lift, pull, and empty residential trash containers
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Perform heavy physical labor for the duration of the route
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Safely and courteously interact with customers in residential neighborhoods
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Follow all company safety policies, traffic laws, and route procedures
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Work outdoors in all weather conditions
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Assist driving partner to complete routes safely and efficiently
Job Requirements
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✅ Valid CDL required
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✅ Minimum 2 years of work experience , with a stable work history
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✅ Ability to lift 50+ pounds repeatedly throughout the day
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✅ Able and willing to ride on the back of the truck during residential collections
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✅ Comfortable with frequent climbing on and off the truck
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✅ Willing to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and other conditions
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✅ Able to work long shifts (50–60 hours per week)
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✅ Residential Rear‑Load or Front‑Load driving experience is a PLUS
What We Offer
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Competitive pay with overtime opportunities
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Comprehensive benefits package including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceFlexible spending accountLife insurance & long‑term disability401(k) retirement plan
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Stable, year‑round employment
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Long‑term career growth opportunities — Connect with Your Future
♻️ Garbage is essential, and we work year‑round.
Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer
(Minorities / Females / Disabled / Veterans)
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