Residential Driver Candidate
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
Moderate value score due to the expected physical demands, lack of specific salary details, and potential for long hours.
- Reliable Monday-Friday schedule with overtime potential
- Team-driven role for waste collection
- Requires significant physical effort during shifts
- Compensation details not clearly defined
Pros
- Reliable working days with potential overtime
- Teamwork-focused environment with shared responsibilities
- Opportunities for job stability in a growing company
Cons
- Physical demands with continuous lifting required
- Uncertainty around specific salary and benefits
- Potentially long hours may impact work-life balance
Who it's for
Entry to Mid-level • On-site
Good fit
- Licensed CDL drivers seeking local employment
- Team-oriented individuals
- Candidates looking for consistent work hours
Not recommended for
- People who prefer sedentary roles
- Those without CDL driving experience
- Candidates who need defined benefits and compensation
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Waste Connections is looking to hire a Local Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Gilmer, TX. The position will be responsible for driving a Residential Garbage Truck with another driver on specified routes to collect solid waste and transport it to appropriate disposal sites. This job is extremely physical taking turns working on the back of the garbage truck. You will be on a driver/driver team.
Monday-Friday 6 am start time typically working a 10+ hour day. We also offer family benefits, 401k, and paid time off.
Job Requirements:
Class A or B CDL
Clean Driving Record
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to lift 65 lbs throughout a 10+ hour shift.
Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.
