Driver Helper

Augment; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Outdoor work

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Augment in Washington, DC is hiring Driver Helpers to join our outdoor waste and recycling team. You’ll ride with a professional driver on residential or commercial routes, assisting with pickups and helping ensure safe, timely material collection.

This full-time, active role requires lifting up to 75 lbs, working early mornings, and enduring all weather. We offer weekly pay, a strong team environment, and opportunities for growth in environmental services; background check and drug screening

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Willing to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Background check and drug screening required.
• Prior general labor experience is a plus but not required.
• Reliable with a strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Ride along routes to assist the driver with pickups.
• Lift and load waste and recycling containers onto the truck.
• Operate the lifting mechanism when trained.
• Walk quickly from stop to stop; stay physically active.
• Keep vehicle clean and report route issues.

Skills

Dependable

Early mornings

Physical stamina

Outdoor work

Team player

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Washington, DC 20011Education Level: NoneSalary Range: $17.95 - $17.95 HourlyTravel Percentage: NoneJob Category: Driver Helper

Now Hiring Driver Helpers – Start Your Career in Environmental Services!

Looking for a job that keeps you active, gets you outside, and offers stable, full-time work? Join our team as a Driver Helper and play a key role in keeping neighborhoods clean and running smoothly.

Why This Job Is a Great Fit:

• Reliable, Consistent Work
• Weekly Pay
• Team Environment – You’re Not Alone
• Work Outdoors and Stay Active
• Opportunities for Growth in Waste & Recycling Services

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Driver Helper, you’ll work alongside a professional truck driver on residential or commercial waste and recycling routes. Your job is to help with the safe, timely collection of materials from homes, businesses, or facilities.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Ride along designated routes to assist the driver with pickups.
• Lift and load waste and recycling containers onto the truck.
• Operate the lifting mechanism (when trained) to empty bins.
• Walk and move quickly from stop to stop—this is a physically active role!
• Ensure all materials are collected safely and professionally.

Help keep the vehicle clean and communicate any route issues to the driver or supervisor.

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Dependable and ready to work early morning shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and move on your feet for extended periods.
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Prior experience in general labor, warehouse, construction, or landscaping is a plus—but not required.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.

The Work Environment:

• Outdoor work in neighborhoods, business parks, or industrial areas.
• Fast-moving team-based environment—safety and communication are key.
• PPE (personal protective equipment) is provided.