🗺 Location & Routes
- Base city: Atlanta, Georgia
- Route type: Local home-daily
- Freight: Construction debris, industrial scrap & recycling roll-offs
- Schedule: Monday–Friday with occasional Saturdays
📋 Job Description
- Deliver and retrieve 20–40 yard roll-off containers at construction sites and industrial facilities across Atlanta metro.
- Haul full containers to disposal or recycling processing centers completing 6–12 moves per shift.
- Coordinate container placement and pickup timing directly with site supervisors and dispatch teams.
- Operate hydraulic hoist systems while managing tight site access and varying load weights daily.
- Perform pre-trip inspections, ELD logging, and post-trip equipment checks on each container cycle.
- Navigate dynamic routes adjusted for facility queues and construction site readiness throughout the day.
✅ Requirements
CDL Class A
Valid CDL-A license required (CDL-B accepted)
Experience
Roll-off or similar vocational experience preferred; hydraulic systems familiarity required
Age
Minimum 21 years old
MVR
Clean driving record, no major violations in past 3 years
Physical
Able to secure containers, climb, and operate in outdoor construction environments
Endorsements
None required
🚛 Equipment & Fleet
- Truck assignment: Dedicated Mack Granite roll-off units assigned by seniority and availability
- Fleet average age: Approximately 6 years with ongoing replacement cycle
- Features: Hydraulic container systems, GPS route optimization, robust vocational build
- Transmission type: Automatic for consistent daily operation
- Maintenance program: Hybrid in-house and vendor network with rapid response for minimal downtime
🏠 Home Time
- Dispatch releases drivers after final container drop and equipment inspection at base yard.
- Freight cycles tied to construction schedules ensure return to Atlanta terminal each evening.
- Weekend assignments limited to peak periods with advance notice through dispatch planning.
- Late afternoon pickups handled through contingency loads to maintain daily home time reliability.
📍 Real Routes Our Drivers Take
- Atlanta Yard → I-285 Corridor Construction Sites → I-285
- South Fulton Warehouse → Recycling Processing Facility → I-85 South
- Doraville Industrial Park → Austell Disposal Site → I-285 West
- Midtown Demolition → Atlanta Metro Landfill → Local Surface Streets
🎁 Benefits & Bonus Structure
📝 Hiring Process
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Is CDL-A required for this roll-off position?
CDL-A is preferred while CDL-B is accepted. Experience with hydraulic roll-off systems and container handling is highly valued for safe operations in construction environments.
How many container moves do drivers typically complete per day?
Drivers average 6–12 container movements daily depending on site distances, load turnaround, and construction schedules in the Atlanta metro area.
What are the typical shift start times and length?
Shifts usually begin between 5:00 AM and 7:00 AM and run 10–12 hours based on daily container demand and disposal facility queues.
Are trucks assigned or shared among drivers?
Drivers are assigned dedicated Mack Granite roll-off trucks with automatic transmissions whenever possible to support consistent daily routes.
How does overtime and peak season affect earnings?
Overtime and additional Saturday work during high construction periods allow drivers to reach the upper end of the $1,400–$1,850 weekly range.
Is this home daily with no overnights?
Yes. All routes return to the Atlanta yard each evening following final container handling and post-trip requirements.
💼 Career Opportunities
This local roll-off driving role serves as a strong foundation for long-term advancement within waste and recycling operations. Drivers gain specialized experience in container management, hydraulic equipment, and construction site coordination that opens pathways to yard supervisor, dispatch, or fleet trainer positions. Atlanta’s continuous development projects create stable freight volume supporting consistent work and earnings. Internal promotions prioritize experienced drivers who demonstrate safety compliance and operational efficiency. Many roll-off specialists transition into dedicated account management or specialized industrial waste handling with increased responsibility and compensation.
🔗 Local CDL-A Waste & Recycling Roll-Off Driver – Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta’s ongoing construction boom along the I-285 corridor, Midtown projects, and industrial redevelopment drives steady demand for experienced roll-off drivers. This local position offers $1,400–$1,850 weekly pay with home daily schedules, operating modern Mack Granite trucks on construction debris, scrap, and recycling routes. Drivers handle 20–40 yard containers across diverse sites with GPS-optimized dispatching and strong safety incentives. The role provides operational stability in a high-activity freight environment with opportunities for overtime during peak building seasons. Join a fleet focused on efficient container cycles and regulatory compliance in one of the Southeast’s busiest logistics hubs.
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