🚛 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 insuranceFlexible spending accountLife insurance & long‑term disability401(k) retirement plan • Stable, year‑round employment • 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)