How to hire a commercial front load driver

How to hire a commercial front load driver, step by step

Here's a step-by-step commercial front load driver hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a commercial front load driver job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new commercial front load driver
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a commercial front load driver, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a commercial front load driver to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a commercial front load driver that fits the bill.

   This list presents commercial front load driver salaries for various positions.

   Type of Commercial Front Load Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Commercial Front Load Driver	Hand laborers and material movers manually move freight, stock, or other materials. Others feed or remove material to and from machines, clean vehicles, pick up unwanted household goods, and pack materials for moving.	$13-24
   Trash Collector	Also known as trash collectors, garbage collectors work for a private waste management firm or the municipal government. Trash collectors collect and remove recyclable and waste materials for processing... Show more	$10-18
   Driver	Drivers are responsible for safely transporting people, packages, or goods from one destination to another. They should be familiar with the different routes that may be taken to reach the desired goal... Show more	$10-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Post-Trip Inspections
   • Safety Policies
   • DOT
   • OSHA
   • Disposal Site
   • Condition Reports
   • Truck Body
   • Safety Rules
   • Customer Service
   • Route Sheet

   Responsibilities:

   • Conduct deliveries of medical equipment throughout Florida, collect payments, and ensure proper cleanliness of medical equipment
   • Deliver customers to their destination/homes/doorsteps with luggage/baggage groceries

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your commercial front load driver job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A commercial front load driver can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, commercial front load drivers' average salary in tennessee is 54% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level commercial front load drivers 42% less than senior-level commercial front load drivers.
   • Certifications. A commercial front load driver with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a commercial front load driver's salary.

   Average commercial front load driver salary

   $38,375yearly

   $18.45 hourly rate

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   Entry-level commercial front load driver salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 15, 2025

4. Writing a commercial front load driver job description

   A good commercial front load driver job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a commercial front load driver job description:

   Commercial front load driver job description example

   Waste Connections is looking for individuals who have a passion for driving, career growth and share our #1 value: SAFETY! We are looking for Commercial Front Load Drivers (Garbage Truck Drivers) to join the team at our location in Altamonte Springs, FL.

   $17-$22/hr. depending on experience. Working 55-60 hour weeks.

   POSITION SUMMARY:

   • In this position you will be operating a garbage truck on a specified route.

   • This is a position requiring regular heavy lifting and climbing in and out of the truck.

   • This position will be responsible for safely, efficiently, and courteously serving customers.

   • This is a full time, year round position. A typical schedule for this position is Monday – Friday with occasional Saturdays as needed, approximately 50-55 hour work week.

   JOB REQUIREMENTS:

   • Valid Class A or B CDL

   • Have at least 2 years of work experience as well as a stable work history, preferably in a driver position.

   • Able to lift 50+ pounds.

   • Able and willing to work outside in all weather conditions.

   • Commercial Front Load Driving experience a PLUS!!!

   WHAT WE OFFER:

   • Competitive pay!

   • Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".

   • Garbage is very stable and we work year round!

   Apply today and Connect with Your Future!

   Waste Connections is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer(Minorities/Female/Disabled/Veterans)

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find commercial front load drivers for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your commercial front load driver job on Zippia to find and recruit commercial front load driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit commercial front load drivers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents. You can move on to the technical interview if a candidate is good enough for the next step.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new commercial front load driver

   Once you've selected the best commercial front load driver candidate for the job, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, this letter should include details about the benefits and perks you offer the candidate. Ensuring that your offer is competitive is essential, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and you should be open to discussion. After you reach an agreement, the final step is formalizing the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new commercial front load driver first day, you should share an onboarding schedule with them that covers their first period on the job. You should also quickly complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Finally, Human Resources must ensure a new employee file is created for internal record keeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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