How to hire a rolloff truck driver

How to hire a rolloff truck driver, step by step

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

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The rolloff truck 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.

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   A rolloff truck driver's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, rolloff truck drivers 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.

   The following list breaks down different types of rolloff truck drivers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Rolloff Truck Driver	Description	Hourly rate
   Rolloff Truck 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	$14-25
   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
   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:

   • CDL
   • Post-Trip Inspections
   • DOT
   • OSHA
   • Disposal Site
   • Construction Sites
   • Safety Tools
   • Customer Service
   • Route Sheet
   • Maintenance Problems
   • Vehicle Inspections
   • Safety Rules
   • Verbal Directions

   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and expedite the secure transportation and accountability of logistic materials and HAZMAT chemicals to commercial, state and government facilities.
   • Complete delivery and pickup paperwork promptly and accurately, returning say paperwork to the appropriate facility personnel.
   • Deliver heating oil, kerosene, and off road diesel.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your rolloff truck driver job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A rolloff truck driver salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a rolloff truck driver in Maine may be lower than in California, and an entry-level rolloff truck driver usually earns less than a senior-level rolloff truck driver. Additionally, a rolloff truck driver with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average rolloff truck driver salary

   $40,324yearly

   $19.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level rolloff truck driver salary

   $30,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average rolloff truck driver salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$49,262	$24
   2	Colorado	$41,415	$20
   3	New Jersey	$41,217	$20
   4	Arizona	$38,333	$18
   5	Indiana	$37,911	$18
   6	Georgia	$35,198	$17
   7	North Carolina	$34,585	$17
   8	Louisiana	$33,313	$16
   9	Alabama	$33,135	$16
   10	Mississippi	$31,976	$15
   11	Florida	$30,992	$15

   Average rolloff truck driver salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Heavy Equipment Co LLC	$42,425	$20.40	2
   2	Northwest Cascade Inc.	$41,902	$20.15	13
   3	ProDrivers	$41,869	$20.13	182
   4	Texas Disposal Systems	$41,151	$19.78	5
   5	Waste Management	$41,118	$19.77	13
   6	Redbox	$40,661	$19.55	29
   7	Waste Connections	$39,761	$19.12	210
   8	Edgewood Properties	$38,991	$18.75	1

4. Writing a rolloff truck driver job description

   A rolloff truck driver job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a rolloff truck driver job description:

   Rolloff truck driver job description example

   The Roll-Off Driver will deliver loads to a designated landfill site. This position will operate the recycle truck, in compliance with all governmental regulations pertaining to trucking and waste operations, and will provide courteous, professional service to all customers.
   DUTIES & ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS 1. Report to work at designated time in company uniform and with required personal protective equipment (PPE).
   2. Ensure that the assigned truck is fully-fueled, safe to operate and that the required paperwork is on board before leaving the yard.
   3. Collect the route as outlined in the route sheet and document changes, problems (using company provided camera and/or note the route sheet), etc. on the route sheet.
   4. Record time on route sheet at each customer stop.
   5. Perform post-trip truck inspection, make sure the cab is clean and the Vehicle Condition Report (VCR) is turned in.
   6. Work and drive productively and safely and behaves in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
   7. Available for work on weekends and/or holidays, as scheduled.
   8. Responsible for using good judgment to determine if a customer-loaded container is over maximum tonnage and for reporting overweight boxes immediately to the dispatcher for direction.
   9. Responsible for and required to track personal DOT compliance, i.e. daily hours of service, and to report immediately to the supervisor if in danger of being out of compliance.
   10. Report any moving violations incurred during work hours to the supervisor at the end of the shift.
   11. Responsible for and required to report any personal moving violations or accidents to the supervisor within 72 hours.
   12. Responsible for maintaining a valid Medical Card and a valid Driver’s License.
   QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS 1. High School Diploma or equivalent and one year of related medium or heavy truck driving experience and/or specialized training;
   2. Excellent heavy truck driving skills;
   3. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision;
   4. Ability to independently operate commercial motor vehicles;
   5. Ability to perform basic math functions; and
   6. Ability to read and speak English sufficiently to converse with the general public, to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language, to respond to official inquiries, and to make entries on reports and records. REQUIRED LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS 1. Valid Texas Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License
   2. Record of safe driving for the last five years as shown on current MVR, with no serious accidents or traffic violations
   3. Valid medical card or the ability to obtain one PREFERRED • Class A CDL
   • Asbestos certification

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5. Post your job

   To find rolloff truck drivers 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 rolloff truck drivers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level rolloff truck drivers 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 rolloff truck driver job on Zippia to find and recruit rolloff truck driver candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit rolloff truck 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 to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you 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.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new rolloff truck driver

   Once you've decided on a perfect rolloff truck driver candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new rolloff truck driver. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

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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