Roll-Off Truck Driver

Prince William County; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan (VRS)

PSLF eligibility

Paid holidays

Employer-sponsored retirement savings

Job summary

Prince William County Public Works, Solid Waste Division in Manassas, VA seeks an experienced Roll-off Truck Driver for local year-round work. Responsibilities include operating roll-off trucks and related heavy vehicles, performing inspections, and maintaining logs in a safety-focused team.

CDL required; benefits include vacation, sick leave, insurance, and retirement plans. The role requires ~37.5 hours/week with potential overtime, and candidates must pass a pre-employment physical and meet

Qualifications

• Minimum 8th-grade education required.
• Minimum 1 year of full-time experience operating a commercial roll-off truck.
• Possession of a valid Virginia Class A or B CDL is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, load, and transport roll-off containers to landfill or facilities per standards.
• Safely operate roll-off, water truck, and rubber-tire loader around other equipment.
• Perform vehicle inspections and minor preventive maintenance.
• Write and maintain logs, records, and reports.
• Read and follow transportation and safety regulations and procedures.
• Assist with load inspections and site cleanliness.
• Follow supervisor direction and communicate with coworkers and public.

Skills

Roll‑off truck operation

Safety conscious driving

Teamwork

Manual lifting stamina

Education

Virginia Class A or B CDL license

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Job description

Introduction Are you an experienced Roll-off Truck Driver looking for a rewarding and stable job opportunity? Prince William County Public Works, Solid Waste Division is seeking a dependable Roll-off Truck Driver to join our team at the County Landfill in Manassas, Virginia. This position offers consistent local routes, year-round work, and excellent County benefits, including paid vacation and sick leave, medical and dental insurance, and a retirement plan. Join a team that provides critical public services and takes pride in keeping our community clean, safe, and environmentally responsible.

About This Role

This position is assigned to the County Landfill and works as part of a team responsible for the safe and efficient operation of roll‑off trucks and other heavy commercial vehicles that help keep landfill operations running smoothly. The job requires traveling on both high‑traffic public roads and internal roadways at County facilities. Safe, skilled, and courteous driving is essential in this role to maintain reliable service and public safety.

Responsibilities in this job may include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare, load, and transport roll‑off and other types of large containers from various collection sites to the County Landfill, Compost Facility, or other locations in accordance with established standards and regulatory requirements;
• Safely operate commercial vehicles, including a roll‑off truck, water truck, and rubber‑tire loader in close proximity to other commercial vehicles, heavy equipment, and private trucks and vehicles to complete assigned tasks in all weather conditions;
• Perform vehicle and equipment inspections and minor preventive maintenance;
• Write and maintain accurate and timely logs, records, and reports;
• Read, understand, and abide by all transportation and safety regulations and other applicable requirements, policies, and procedures pertaining to the assigned work;
• Assist with load inspections and site cleanliness; and
• Follow supervisor’s direction, work as part of a team, and communicate effectively and respectfully with coworkers and the public, at all times.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 8th‑grade education is required.
• Minimum 1 year of full‑time experience operating a commercial roll‑off truck is required.
• Possession of a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required.

Preferences

• High school diploma or GED is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of full‑time experience operating a commercial roll‑off truck is preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of full‑time experience working in the solid waste industry is preferred.

Special Requirements

• Driver’s License Requirement – This job requires having and maintaining a valid Virginia Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License and is subject to routine alcohol and drug testing and driving record checks.
• Essential Service Requirement – This position is designated as an essential employee. Responding to emergencies, inclement weather, and other issues that may impact facility operations before or after regular working hours, including on holidays and weekends, is required.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – This job is a safety‑sensitive position that requires wearing personal protective equipment, including but not limited to safety shoes, safety vest, and hard hat.
• Physical Requirement – This job requires lifting up to 75 pounds, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work is generally performed outside and may involve exposure to vibrations, intense noises, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, chemicals, fumes, odors, dust, gases, inadequate lighting, and poor ventilation. The ability to work safely in inclement weather and in close proximity to other heavy equipment and vehicular traffic is required. The job also requires the ability to routinely walk long distances over rough terrain in noisy and dusty conditions, as well as climbing, balancing, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
• Pre‑employment Requirement – Successfully passing a pre‑employment physical examination is a condition of employment for this position.

Work Schedule

This position offers steady, year‑round work and is eligible for overtime, weekend pay, and holiday pay. The typical work schedule is 37.5 hours per week. Specific schedules are based on County Landfill operations, which run six to seven days per week, and are subject to change based on business needs. Working weekends and some holidays is required. Working outside of regularly scheduled hours with little or no notice may be required in the event of inclement weather or a department or County emergency.

Starting Salary Range

$28.73 to $34.19 hourly

Prince William County Also Offers Great Benefits, Including

• Retirement from the Virginia Retirement System (VRS)
• 401a and 457 retirement savings and investment plans
• Paid Annual Leave
• Paid Personal Leave
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Optional Group Medical and Dental Health Plans
• Optional Group Life Insurance
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Development Opportunities

Full‑time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). For more information on PSLF, please click here: PSLF.

NOTE:

The above position description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department. To view the class description in its entirety, click here.

Prince William County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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Prince William County Government offers medical plans with corresponding pharmacy and basic vision coverage, as well as dental plans and a separate vision plan.

Full‑time and part‑time Prince William County Government employees are eligible to participate in our plans; however, the level and cost of benefits depends on the classification of the position.

The following positions do not accrue leave and are not eligible for holidays or other fringe benefits:

• Temporary
• Provisional
• Seasonal employees

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