Why Choose Waste Connections?

At Waste Connections, we’re more than just a waste services company — we’re a team that values community, safety, and career growth. Serving residential and commercial customers across the U.S. and Canada, we pride ourselves on being a different kind of company with a different kind of culture. Our Knoxville, TN team is growing, and we’re looking for safe, reliable CDL Drivers who want to make a difference in their community.

What You’ll Do as a CDL Driver in Knoxville:

• Safely operate a garbage truck on local routes to collect solid waste.
• Follow route sheets and instructions from dispatch to ensure timely service.
• Conduct pre- and post-trip inspections (fluids, tires, safety equipment).
• Interact professionally and courteously with customers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What You Need to Join Our Team:

• Valid Class A or B CDL
• Clean driving record
• At least 1 year of local route driving experience

Top-Tier Benefits That Set Us Apart:

We offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in Knoxville and the waste services industry:

• 💰Competitive pay ($27.50/hr)

• 💰401(k) with 5% company match
• 🏥 Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 🩺 Telehealth Services
• 💼 Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Base Life Coverage
• 🎓 Scholarship Opportunities for Employees’ Children
• 📈 Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• 💚 Employee Assistance Program (Mental Health Support)
• ✈️ Emergency Travel Assistance
• ⚖️ Prepaid Legal Plan
• 🤝 Employee Relief Fund

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