$26 - $28 per hour
Local, Dedicated
Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid time off
About This Role
Your day centers on safely operating a collection vehicle along established routes, picking up waste and recycling materials from residential and commercial stops. You'll maintain accurate pickup records, communicate with customers and dispatch, and manage the physical demands of the role—including lifting up to 50 pounds regularly. The schedule runs Monday through Friday, starting at 5:00 AM with completion varying by route, totaling 50-55 hours weekly. This position suits drivers who prioritize safety, take pride in reliable service, and enjoy direct customer interaction. While a CDL isn't required upfront, Waste Connections invests in getting you trained and certified for career advancement. The compensation package includes $26-$28 per hour plus overtime pay, comprehensive health and dental coverage, a 5% 401(k) match, and paid time off—backed by a company culture that genuinely values employee development and integrity.
$22–$31/hr
Arizona statewide
Home daily
Local, Dedicated
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Requirements
CDL Class
Class A CDL
Experience
1+ year preferred
Age
Min 21
MVR
Clean MVR required
Common Routes near Arizona
Major regional interstates
Equipment & Fleet
Late-model Class A equipment
ELD-equipped · Automatic available · Late-model fleet
Benefits & Perks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a home-daily position?▾
Most local CDL routes in Arizona return home each evening; confirm exact schedule with Waste Connections.
What CDL class is required for this position?▾
A valid Class A CDL is required for this Arizona role. A clean MVR and DOT medical card are standard.
Does this company offer paid orientation?▾
Waste Connections typically pays for orientation and onboarding for hired drivers. Pay rate depends on experience.
Are no-touch freight options available?▾
Many local lanes in Arizona are drop-and-hook or no-touch; some may include light dock work.
Location & Routes
- Region: Arizona statewide
- Route type: Local, Dedicated
Hiring Process
- Apply — Submit your application online
- Review — A recruiter reviews your qualifications
- Background check — Standard DOT screening
- Start driving — Get on the road
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Local Garbage Truck Driver – Des Moines, Iowa
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM – Route Complete | 50 - 55 hours per week
Pay: $26 - $28 per hour + Overtime pay Join Our Growing Team!
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status. #ACBoost Waste Connections is an integrated solid waste services company that provides solid waste collection, transfer, disposal and recycling services in mostly exclusive and secondary markets.
Our goal is to create an environment where self-directed, empowered employees strive to consistently fulfill our constituent commitments and seek to create positive impacts through interactions with customers, communities, and fellow employees.
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