Roll-Off Driver
Your Next Step in Santa Clara
Position: Roll-off Driver (Flexible/Contract, Santa Clara) Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Santa Clara) Location: Santa Clara, CA Status: New Santa Clara listing (actively interviewing).
Compensation: $29-$37/Hour (approx. $69.3k/Year) Benefits: Benefits may be available based on employment type. Flexible contract/gig opportunity in Santa Clara.
Position Scope
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Santa Clara location.
- This Santa Clara-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Santa Clara, CA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Santa Clara, a key hub for the Waste Management And Industrial Logistics industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management provides heavy container haulage, open-top dumpster leasing, and industrial debris removal across manufacturing, demolition, and commercial construction sites.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: Operating heavy roll-off cable hoist vehicles, the Roll-Off Driver delivers, swaps, and hauls large open-top waste containers for commercial and industrial clients. You operate hydraulic cable winches, hook assemblies, and automated tarping systems to secure heavy loads safely. You conduct daily DOT pre-trip/post-trip safety audits, log delivery manifests digitally, and ensure container loads comply with highway weight limits. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (no work-from-home options).
Qualifications & Benefits: Requires a valid Class A or Class B CDL, clean MVR, valid DOT medical card, and 1+ years of experience operating heavy roll-off or cable-hoist trucks. Offers top-tier hourly driver wages, safety bonuses, complete health/dental coverage, 401(k) company match, paid time off, and boot allowances.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Roll-Off Driver position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $29 - $37. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Santa Clara.
Where is this Roll-Off Driver job located?
This position is based in Santa Clara, CA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Santa Clara.
Do I need my own vehicle for this delivery role?
Waste Management typically provides delivery vehicles and equipment. A valid driver's license is required. Check the specific requirements listed in the job description for this Santa Clara position.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
What are the physical requirements for this delivery position?
Delivery roles require the ability to lift, carry, and deliver packages weighing up to 50 lbs. You should be comfortable entering and exiting a vehicle frequently and walking throughout your shift, including stairs.
What does a typical day look like as a Roll-Off Driver?
A typical shift involves loading your vehicle at an Waste Management delivery station, then following an optimized route to deliver 150-300 packages to customers in the Santa Clara area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
