Loader/driver vs roll off driver

The differences between loader/drivers and rolls off driver can be seen in a few details. Each job has different responsibilities and duties. While it typically takes 2-4 years to become a loader/driver, becoming a roll off driver takes usually requires 1-2 years. Additionally, a loader/driver has an average salary of $39,446, which is higher than the $38,821 average annual salary of a roll off driver.

The top three skills for a loader/driver include CDL, safety equipment and post-trip inspections. The most important skills for a roll off driver are CDL, safety equipment, and safety policies.

Loader/driver vs roll off driver overview

	Loader/Driver	Roll Off Driver
Yearly salary	$39,446	$38,821
Hourly rate	$18.96	$18.66
Growth rate	7%	4%
Number of jobs	137,815	633,302
Job satisfaction	-	-
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 48%	High School Diploma, 54%
Average age	43	48
Years of experience	4	2

Loader/driver vs roll off driver salary

Loader/drivers and rolls off driver have different pay scales, as shown below.

	Loader/Driver	Roll Off Driver
Average salary	$39,446	$38,821
Salary range	Between $26,000 And $59,000	Between $29,000 And $51,000
Highest paying City	New York, NY	Rochester, NY
Highest paying state	New York	New York
Best paying company	Bulkmatic Transport	Clean Harbors
Best paying industry	Utilities	Government

Differences between loader/driver and roll off driver education

There are a few differences between a loader/driver and a roll off driver in terms of educational background:

	Loader/Driver	Roll Off Driver
Most common degree	High School Diploma, 48%	High School Diploma, 54%
Most common major	Business	Business
Most common college	-	-

Loader/driver vs roll off driver demographics

Here are the differences between loader/drivers' and rolls off driver' demographics:

	Loader/Driver	Roll Off Driver
Average age	43	48
Gender ratio	Male, 92.4% Female, 7.6%	Male, 96.0% Female, 4.0%
Race ratio	Black or African American, 15.4% Unknown, 4.4% Hispanic or Latino, 17.0% Asian, 2.5% White, 59.8% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%	Black or African American, 13.6% Unknown, 4.7% Hispanic or Latino, 18.7% Asian, 3.6% White, 58.6% American Indian and Alaska Native, 0.8%
LGBT Percentage	4%	4%

Differences between loader/driver and roll off driver duties and responsibilities

Loader/driver example responsibilities.

DOT certify to drive trucks.
Operate automated and semi-automate hoisting devices that raise refuse bins and empty contents.
Deliver and run all parts of the DFW Metroplex, and love the work
Maintain a neat and clean work area, follow OSHA standards for safe material handling.
Deliver auto supplies Unload/loading supplies upon delivery used GPS
Conduct deliveries of medical equipment throughout Florida, collect payments, and ensure proper cleanliness of medical equipment

Roll off driver example responsibilities.

Stay in compliance with TCEQ, OSHA, EPA, and company rules and regulations.
Receive CDL through training and become a residential driver.
Keep daily logs using QUALCOMM and or paper logs.
Provide OTR secure, on-time and damage free pick-up and deliveries.
Follow all dot rules and regulations along side of waste management rules.
Communicate with customers regarding their needs at time of pickup and delivery.

Loader/driver vs roll off driver skills

Common loader/driver skills

CDL, 28%
Safety Equipment, 11%
Post-Trip Inspections, 9%
DOT, 9%
OSHA, 5%
Safety Policies, 4%

Common roll off driver skills

CDL, 27%
Safety Equipment, 12%
Safety Policies, 10%
Safety Issues, 10%
Tire Pressure, 9%
Automatic Controls, 7%

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Updated January 8, 2025

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