Tacoma Contract:Sanitation Driver
Position in Tacoma, WA
Position: Sanitation Driver (Flexible/Contract, Tacoma) Employer: Waste Management (Hiring in Tacoma) Based in: Tacoma, WA (a central Tacoma location)
Pay: $24-$31/Hour (approx. $58.2k/Year) Benefits: A competitive compensation package is offered. Project-based work with clear objectives.
What You'll Do
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Tacoma location.
- This Tacoma-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Tacoma, WA is growing.
- Benefit from working in Tacoma, a key hub for the Waste Management And Sanitation Services industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management operates a nation-wide fleet of commercial collection trucks utilizing advanced natural gas and diesel technology, maintaining industry-leading standards to ensure community environmental reliability.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Sanitation Driver, you operate Class A or Class B commercial sanitation vehicles along designated municipal, residential, or commercial collection routes. You service automated side-loader arms, rear-loader packers, or commercial dumpsters efficiently, conduct daily pre-trip and post-trip vehicle safety audits in accordance with DOT guidelines, and log route completion data into onboard telematics terminals. You also communicate route delays or safety hazards to dispatch teams and strictly adhere to municipal traffic laws. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site driving presence (zero remote capability).
Qualifications & Benefits: Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR), valid DOT medical card, and 1+ years of verifiable commercial driving experience. Includes top-tier hourly commercial driver wages, quarterly safety bonuses, overtime pay availability, full health/dental/vision coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and uniform service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Sanitation Driver position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $24 - $31. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Tacoma.
Where is this Sanitation Driver job located?
This position is based in Tacoma, WA. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Tacoma.
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 Tacoma 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 Sanitation 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 Tacoma area. You'll use a mobile app for navigation and delivery confirmation.
