Residential Garbage Truck Driver

Waste Connections
Waste Connections

Okahumpka, FL, USA

USD 23+ / hour

Posted on Aug 29, 2026

🚛 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

  • 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

Job Requirements

  • 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

What We Offer

  • 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)