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Automated Sideload Garbage Truck Driver (Miami FL)

Waste Connections

Waste Connections

Miami, FL, USA
USD 23-25 / hour
Posted on Sep 2, 2025

Waste Connections is Hiring a Automated Side Load in Miami FL!

PAY: $23-$25/hr DOE, working 50-55 hours a week.

A typical schedule is Monday – Friday, with occasional Saturdays as needed. The workweek is approximately 50-55 hours.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Safely operate a Automated Side Load garbage truck on specified routes to collect commercial solid waste.
  • Ensure accurate and timely collection and disposal of waste by operating hydraulic systems to empty containers.
  • Interact courteously with customers while performing the job.
  • Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the vehicle to ensure it is in proper working order.
  • Ensure safety protocols are followed during collection and disposal.
  • Perform a physically demanding job, including loading and unloading waste from front-load containers.
  • Maintain cleanliness of the truck and work area.
  • Follow route sheets and service each customer assigned by the dispatcher.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

  • Extensive physical activity, including heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling objects over 50 pounds.
  • Work environment may involve some exposure to physical risks, including moving mechanical parts, requiring basic safety precautions.
  • Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, including wet/humid conditions, as well as fumes and vibration. Noise levels are typically moderate.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to lift 50+ lbs without accommodation.
  • At least 2+ years of stable job history, with most recent job being a CDL driver position
  • At least 2 years of CDL driving experience.
  • No accidents on driving record in the last five years
  • VETERANS are encouraged to apply.

What We Offer:

  • Excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, long-term & short-term disability, life insurance, and 401(k) retirement plans.
  • Safety bonus program: Earn up to an additional $2,600 annually for meeting safety goals.

If you have any questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Recruiter, Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.

Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.