How to hire a roll off driver

Roll off driver hiring summary. Here are some key points about hiring rolls off driver in the United States:

HR departments typically spend 15% of their expenses on recruitment.
It usually takes about 12 weeks for a new employee to reach full productivity levels.
It typically takes 36-42 days to fill a job opening.
The median cost to hire a roll off driver is $1,633.
Small businesses spend an average of $1,105 per roll off driver on training each year, while large companies spend $658.
There are currently 6,364 rolls off driver in the US and 633,302 job openings.
Omaha, NE, has the highest demand for rolls off driver, with 5 job openings.
Houston, TX has the highest concentration of rolls off driver.

How to hire a roll off driver, step by step

To hire a roll off driver, you should create an ideal candidate profile, determine a budget, and post and promote your job. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to hire a roll off driver:

Here's a step-by-step roll off 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 roll off driver job description
Step 5: Post your job
Step 6: Interview candidates
Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new roll off driver
Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

What does a roll off driver do?

A roll-off driver is responsible for operating heavy vehicles, usually to support construction operations and transport waste materials. Roll-off drivers inspect the condition of the engine before and after work to ensure its stability and optimal performance. They also coordinate with dispatchers and construction workers to lift containers and secure disposal. A roll-off driver must have excellent organizational skills, as well as having strong physical stamina to perform duties within the fast-paced environment and time-consuming tasks.

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Identify your hiring needs

The roll off driver hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

Determine employee vs contractor status

Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

A roll off driver's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, rolls off driver from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

This list shows salaries for various types of rolls off driver.

Type of Roll Off Driver	Description	Hourly rate
Roll Off Driver	Heavy and tractor–trailer truck drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor–trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a gross vehicle weight (GVW) capacity—that is, the combined weight of the vehicle, passengers, and cargo—exceeds 26,000 pounds... Show more	$13-24
Driver/Mover	A driver/mover is responsible for preparing and arranging items for delivery from the distribution center to assigned destinations. Driver/movers assist with loading and unloading merchandise using various warehouse tools and equipment... Show more	$11-21
Over The Road Driver	Over the road, (OTR) drivers are the truckers driving the big semi-trailer truck that hauls all types of goods to their destinations across the states. Their journey typically begins with loading the freight onto the trailer, requiring them to lift heavy materials and load the cargo properly to avoid shifting while in transit... Show more	$20-42

Create an ideal candidate profile
Common skills:
- CDL
- Safety Equipment
- Safety Policies
- Safety Issues
- Tire Pressure
- Automatic Controls
- Waste Containers
- DOT
- Post-Trip Inspections
- Roll-Off Truck
- OSHA
- Customer Locations
- Vehicle Inspections
- Pickup
Check all skills
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.
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Make a budget

Including a salary range in the roll off driver job description is a good way to get more applicants. A roll off driver salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

For example, the average salary for a roll off driver in Mississippi may be lower than in New York, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level roll off driver. Additionally, a roll off driver with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

Average roll off driver salary

$38,821yearly

$18.66 hourly rate

Entry-level roll off driver salary

$29,000 yearly salary

Updated December 17, 2025

Average roll off driver salary by state

Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
1	New York	$51,054	$25
2	Washington	$43,683	$21
3	Massachusetts	$43,675	$21
4	Pennsylvania	$43,533	$21
5	Utah	$43,278	$21
6	Colorado	$40,977	$20
7	South Dakota	$40,729	$20
8	Minnesota	$40,423	$19
9	Michigan	$39,009	$19
10	Virginia	$38,461	$18
11	Iowa	$37,508	$18
12	Kansas	$37,409	$18
13	New Mexico	$35,237	$17
14	Illinois	$35,164	$17
15	Tennessee	$34,636	$17
16	Kentucky	$34,533	$17
17	Texas	$34,510	$17
18	Florida	$30,955	$15

Average roll off driver salary by company

Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
1	Clean Harbors	$47,422	$22.80	247
2	ProDrivers	$46,934	$22.56	119
3	GPAC	$44,975	$21.62
4	Veolia Water Tech	$44,164	$21.23	1
5	Waste Management	$42,820	$20.59	14
6	Waste Pro	$42,594	$20.48	66
7	Waste Industries	$42,082	$20.23	49
8	Amwaste Inc.	$41,997	$20.19
9	Union Holdings	$41,997	$20.19
10	Team Clean	$41,906	$20.15
11	Allstate	$41,863	$20.13
12	Hubbard Construction	$41,755	$20.07
13	Odyssey Logistics	$41,671	$20.03
14	WestRock	$41,474	$19.94	8
15	Waste Connections	$41,297	$19.85	189
16	Rumpke Waste & Recycling	$40,154	$19.30	3
17	Specialty Print Communications	$39,543	$19.01
18	Republic Services	$39,435	$18.96	293
19	Graphic Packaging International	$39,399	$18.94	8
20	VEIT	$39,007	$18.75

Writing a roll off driver job description
A job description for a roll off driver role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a roll off driver job description:
Roll off driver job description example
**Driver**

As a Driver, you will be responsible for safely operating a collection truck while driving through neighborhoods and communities across the country. You will get the chance to provide reliable, friendly, and consistent service for our customers who rely on us for an essential service. Your impact will not only be seen, it will be felt. Your job helps to keep streets, neighborhoods, and communities safe and clean.

**What you will do:**

+ Safely operate a collection truck to collect waste and/or recycling along a designated route and transfer to a disposal site.

+ Work closely with Dispatch, your Supervisor, and the rest of the driver team to service our customers on different routes and schedules.

+ Load/unload waste and/or recycling materials at landfills, recycling centers, or similar facilities.

+ Perform pre- and post-trip inspection of your vehicle to ensure truck is in proper working order and address maintenance issues quickly.

+ Follow all required safety policies and report any safety or employee experience issues to leadership.

**What you will need to be successful:**

+ Class B or higher Commercial Driver's license with air brakes endorsement (REQUIRED).

+ Ability to read a map and/or use navigational devices.

+ Ability to work early mornings, nights, some holidays, and weekends.

+ Good time management skills to ensure assigned routes are completed efficiently and safely.

+ Flexibility to adapt to changes as needed.

+ Good problem-solving skills to address unexpected issues.

+ Desire to work as a team, while helping and interacting respectfully with each other.

**Why you will love this job!**

+ You will be working in your local community, allowing you to be home every night.

+ You will work for a company that cares about your safety and well-being, with great benefits and offerings to keep you healthy, safe, and well.

+ You will have the ability to stay active, getting in and out of your truck while servicing our customers.

+ You will work alongside great colleagues from a variety of diverse backgrounds and experiences who are committed to serving our customers and communities together.

+ You may have the opportunity to make more money with overtime.

+ You will be provided all required PPE, including work boots and all-weather gear.

+ You can keep the dirt at work - laundry service for your company-provided uniforms.

+ You will have the chance to earn bonuses for recognition of your great work and commitment.

+ You will have a chance to advance your technical and leadership skills through on-the-job training, growth and development.

+ You will be given the chance to provide feedback in our inclusive culture, through regular interaction with leadership and our confidential employee experience survey.
Post your job
To find rolls off driver for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:
- Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
- Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any rolls off driver they would recommend.
- Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level rolls off driver with the right educational background.
- Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.
Post your job online:
- Post your roll off driver job on Zippia to find and recruit roll off driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
- Use field-specific websites.
- Post a job on free websites.
Interview candidates
During your first interview to recruit rolls off driver, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.
Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.
The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.
Send a job offer and onboard your new roll off driver
Once you have selected a candidate for the roll off driver position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.
It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.
To prepare for the new roll off 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.
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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How much does it cost to hire a roll off driver?

Recruiting rolls off driver involves both the one-time costs of hiring and the ongoing costs of adding a new employee to your team. Your spending during the hiring process will mostly be on things like promoting the job on job boards, reviewing and interviewing candidates, and onboarding the new hire. Ongoing costs will obviously involve the employee's salary, but also may include things like benefits.

You can expect to pay around $38,821 per year for a roll off driver, as this is the median yearly salary nationally. This can vary depending on what state or city you're hiring in. If you're hiring for contract work or on a per-project basis, hourly rates for rolls off driver in the US typically range between $13 and $24 an hour.

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