Driver Residential Trash

Patriot Disposal; Keyser (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Leadership team focused on excellence

Full benefits: medical, dental, vision

Job summary

Apple Valley Waste is seeking a Driver - Residential Trash to lead from the front and support efficient waste collection for residential routes. You will drive a rear-load garbage truck, perform basic inspections, and ensure safety and service quality on each route.

This full-time role offers a supportive leadership team, competitive compensation with bonuses, and full benefits as the company scales its operations in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or Class B CDL with current DOT medical certificate.
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs and climb in/out of the truck.
• Experience with pre- and post-trip inspections is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Operate rear-load garbage truck on residential routes.
• Lift/move items up to 70 lbs and perform physical tasks.
• Read route sheets and service customers as assigned.
• Maintain a consistent Monday–Friday schedule with potential Saturdays.
• Operate hydraulic controls to load and dump waste.
• Conduct basic pre/post-trip vehicle inspections.

Skills

CDL License

Physical fitness

Truck inspections

Job description

Lead From the Front. Drive Results. Build Something That’s Growing Fast.

Apple Valley Waste is one of the fastest-growing waste and recycling companies in the Mid-Atlantic. As we are expanding rapidly, we’re building a high-performance team to support our continued growth across residential, commercial, and roll-off services.

We’re looking for a Driver - Residential Trash who leads from the front, and knows how to get the best out of a team.

If you’re someone who takes ownership, moves fast, and wants to grow your career with a company that’s scaling — this is your opportunity.

Job Description

The Driver - Residential Trash is responsible for supporting key operations within the waste management and recycling industry. This role contributes to the organization’s success through strong execution, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and a commitment to safety, service quality, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate Garbage Truck Safely: Drive a rear load garbage truck on specified routes to collect solid waste in residential neighborhoods, construction sites, and other assigned areas.
• Manual Labor: This role requires lifting and climbing in and out of the truck, and the ability to lift objects up to 70 lbs.
• Route Navigation: Read route sheets and service each customer on the route as assigned by the dispatcher.
• Work Schedule: Full-time, year-round position with typical work hours of Monday to Friday (occasionally Saturday as needed). Drivers are typically home every evening.
• Hydraulic Operation: Operate lever hand controls for hydraulic machinery to collect and dump waste.
• Pre/Post Trip Inspections: Conduct basic inspections of truck components to ensure the vehicle is safe and ready for the route.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid CDL License: Must have a Class A or B CDL with a current, valid DOT medical certificate.
• Physical Ability: Able to lift and carry objects weighing up to 70 lbs to shoulder height and climb in and out of the truck throughout the shift.
• Basic Truck Knowledge: Ability to perform pre- and post-trip inspections on the truck and its components.

Skills

Refer to the qualifications and responsibilities listed above for the core competencies required for this role.

Why Join Us?

This isn’t just another job — this is a chance to build, lead, and grow with a company that’s going places.

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Real career growth opportunities as we expand.
• Strong leadership team focused on operational excellence.
• Full benefits: medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match.
• Paid time off + holidays.
• Company-provided gear and PPE for operations jobs.

The Bottom Line

If you’re ready to take ownership, lead from the front, and make an impact in a fast-growing company, we want to talk to you.