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Local CDL-A Roll-Off Truck Driver – Atlanta, GA
Hiring Area: Metro Atlanta • Terminal: Atlanta-area company yard
Atlanta, GA Local Primarily 2021–2025
Operate a roll-off truck serving construction sites, commercial properties, and approved disposal facilities across metro Atlanta. Home daily, hourly pay with overtime, and a $750 sign-on bonus.
Weekly Gross
$1,250–$1,650
Typical Week: $1,485 gross
Base Rate $27.00/hour
Overtime $40.50/hour after 40 hours
Home Time Daily
Typical Schedule 50 hours over 5 days
Sign-On Bonus $750, paid in installments
Driver Type Company Driver
Handle local roll-off container service for Atlanta construction sites, commercial properties, and approved waste disposal facilities.
- Deliver, exchange, and retrieve open-top containers at construction, renovation, and commercial customer sites.
- Haul construction debris, roofing waste, and permitted commercial materials to approved disposal facilities.
- Operate cable-hoist or hook-lift equipment according to assigned truck configuration and training.
- Inspect truck, hydraulics, cables, hooks, and container securement before starting each shift.
- Position containers safely while accounting for overhead clearance, ground conditions, and site access.
- Complete service tickets, scale receipts, and disposal records for assigned customer stops.
- Coordinate route changes with dispatch when queues, blocked access, or overweight loads interrupt service.
All earnings are gross before taxes and deductions. Weekly totals vary with actual hours worked.
Base Rate $27.00 per hour
Overtime Rate $40.50 per hour after 40 hours
Typical Week 40 regular + 10 OT = $1,485 gross
Weekly Gross Range $1,200–$1,650
Typical Annual Gross $77,220
Sign-On Bonus $750 total ($250 at 30/90/180 days)
Delay Pay Per wage-and-hour rules and company policy
Schedule Monday–Friday; occasional Saturday shifts
Start Window 5:00–7:00 a.m.
Typical Hours 44–54 hours per week
Home Time Home daily; trucks return to the company yard
Service Area Metro Atlanta (Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett, Clayton)
Route Pattern Multiple local container deliveries, exchanges, and disposal runs
Daily stop counts and finish times vary with site readiness, disposal queues, and dispatch priorities.
Fleet Freightliner M2 106 and Western Star 47X
Model Years Primarily 2021–2025, with selected older units
Cab Day cab; tandem rear axles
Transmission Automatic on most assigned trucks
Roll-Off System Cable-hoist or hook-lift, depending on truck
Containers Commonly 20–40 cubic yards, matched to job and legal payload
Assigned trucks include electronic logging, a dispatch device, and standard safety equipment. Backup cameras and collision-warning features are fitted on equipped units. Drivers receive equipment-specific operating instruction.
Routes combine customer stops with approved transfer stations or disposal facilities. Actual destinations depend on container type, accepted material, legal weight, and daily dispatch assignments.
- Atlanta–Austell: Construction debris runs and container exchanges near I-20 and I-285.
- South Fulton–College Park: Residential redevelopment, contractor sites, and commercial cleanouts.
- Marietta–Smyrna: Renovation projects and commercial container service along the I-75 and I-285 corridors.
- Norcross–Duluth: Industrial properties, warehouse-related projects, and contractor waste collection.
- Conley–Forest Park: Commercial and industrial accounts south of central Atlanta.
- Pre-trip: Inspect the truck, hydraulic system, lifting equipment, and assigned containers.
- Morning dispatch: Review stops, access instructions, container sizes, and disposal destinations.
- Service cycle: Deliver empties, collect full containers, and complete scheduled exchanges.
- Disposal runs: Follow approved routes, observe facility rules, and retain scale receipts.
- End of shift: Submit service records, report defects, and return the truck to the yard.
Most shifts last 9–11 hours. Queues, site access problems, and changing customer priorities can extend the day.
About the Carrier
This mid-sized regional hauling operation serves construction contractors, commercial properties, and industrial customers across metro Atlanta. Dispatch coordinates container availability, customer service windows, and approved disposal destinations throughout the workday. Drivers work from a local yard and return company equipment after their shifts. The operation depends on safe truck handling, reliable hydraulic systems, accurate service records, and clear communication when site conditions disrupt the planned schedule.
Insurance Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Retirement 401(k) retirement plan
Time Off Accrued paid time off and paid holidays
Training Paid safety orientation and equipment-specific training
Support Required PPE provided; maintenance and roadside support coordinated through dispatch
- Valid Class A CDL and eligibility under applicable DOT requirements
- At least 6 months of commercial driving experience
- At least 3 months of roll-off, hook-lift, or comparable vocational hauling experience
- Acceptable motor vehicle record and safety history
- Ability to inspect and operate hydraulic lifting equipment safely
- Ability to work around construction sites, uneven surfaces, and changing access conditions
- Compliance with drug and alcohol testing, medical qualification, and hours-of-service requirements
- I-285, I-75, and downtown Atlanta congestion
- Disposal facility queues and scale-house delays
- Restricted job-site access, soft ground, and overhead obstructions
- Full yards, unavailable empty containers, or customer schedule changes
1
Application & Screening
Submit CDL details and driving history.
2
Qualification & Road Test
Complete record review, DOT screening, and equipment evaluation.
3
Paid Orientation
Learn operating procedures before your first dispatch.
Q: How much can I earn each week? ▼
Typical gross pay is $1,485 for 50 hours, including 10 overtime hours.
Q: How is overtime paid? ▼
Hours worked over 40 in a workweek are paid at $40.50 per hour.
Q: When is the sign-on bonus paid? ▼
The $750 bonus is paid in three $250 installments after 30, 90, and 180 days of employment.
Q: Are weekends required? ▼
The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday shifts during busy periods.
Q: What materials will I haul? ▼
Construction debris, roofing waste, renovation waste, and permitted commercial materials.
Q: What happens if a container is overloaded? ▼
Do not lift or haul an unsafe load. Contact dispatch for instructions and safe resolution.
Q: Is previous roll-off experience required? ▼
Yes. Applicants need at least three months of roll-off, hook-lift, or comparable vocational hauling experience, plus six months of commercial driving.
Atlanta, Georgia, has a diversified CDL-A labor market spanning regional freight, local delivery, construction support, waste hauling, and distribution operations. Roll-off positions compete for drivers who can maneuver vocational trucks around active job sites and operate hydraulic container systems safely. These skills distinguish the work from conventional dry-van driving and many straight-route shuttle positions. Local jobs appeal to drivers seeking daily returns rather than extended time on the road, although early starts, variable finish times, and occasional Saturday work remain important trade-offs. Candidates with clean driving records and relevant equipment experience can qualify for specialized hauling roles across the metropolitan area.
Metro Atlanta generates roll-off demand from residential redevelopment, commercial renovations, roofing projects, warehouse construction, and industrial property maintenance. Jobs are spread across Fulton, DeKalb, Cobb, Gwinnett, and Clayton counties, creating short-haul cycles between customer sites, the company yard, and authorized disposal facilities. I-285 connects suburban work areas, while I-20, I-75, and I-85 carry traffic through major construction and commercial corridors. GA-400 and connecting surface roads serve additional northern metro locations. Congestion, restricted site entrances, container availability, and disposal queues influence stop sequencing and daily productivity. Loads must meet facility acceptance rules and applicable vehicle weight limits.