Waste Disposal Operator/driver

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Waste Disposal Attendant

Job Description

The Waste Disposal Attendant is a dual-role field position responsible for safely operating heavy-duty commercial tanker vehicles to collect and transport liquid waste to disposal facilities while also delivering, servicing, cleaning, and retrieving portable sanitation units. This primarily overnight role follows scheduled routes, works closely with dispatch, maintains full regulatory and safety compliance, and provides professional, customer-focused service on every stop.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty commercial tanker waste collection vehicles safely and efficiently on assigned overnight routes.
• Collect and transport liquid waste to approved disposal facilities in accordance with all applicable regulations and company procedures.
• Deliver, set up, service, clean, and pick up portable sanitation units as scheduled by dispatch, ensuring they meet cleanliness and service standards.
• Perform thorough daily pre-trip and post-trip safety inspections of vehicles and equipment, documenting any issues and coordinating with dispatch or maintenance as needed.
• Maintain accurate and timely paperwork, including manifests, route logs, and service documentation, using field service mobile applications and dispatch systems.
• Communicate proactively with dispatch regarding route progress, schedule changes, customer needs, equipment concerns, and special service runs.
• Respond to customer service requests and special service runs as needed, addressing concerns and resolving issues in a professional and courteous manner.
• Follow all safety protocols and procedures at all times, including the consistent use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work comfortably in sanitation environments, including exposure to waste, odors, chemicals, sludge, noxious fumes, dust, mists, gases, and other related materials.
• Navigate large vehicles through tight residential and commercial roads, driveways, and confined areas while maintaining safe driving practices.
• Participate in a structured 4-week on-call rotation, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, and respond to after-hours service needs when scheduled.
• Support cross-training efforts across related service lines as needed, contributing to broader operational coverage and flexibility.
• Take ownership of assigned vehicle, route, and equipment, ensuring cleanliness, readiness, and compliance with all company and regulatory standards.
• Work independently on overnight routes with minimal supervision, managing time effectively to complete all assigned stops and tasks.

Essential Skills

• Active CDL Class B or Class A license required, with CDL A preferred due to broader vehicle eligibility.
• Clean motor vehicle record with no DUI/OUI, reckless driving, hit and run, active suspension, or 10 or more accumulated points within the past 3 years.
• Air brake endorsement required.
• Tanker endorsement required, with willingness to obtain it prior to start if not already held.
• 2+ years of experience operating a commercial vehicle preferred, with CDL tenure evaluated based on experience.
• Demonstrated experience in waste transport, disposal, or related hauling operations, including comfort working around waste, odors, chemicals, and sludge.
• Experience delivering, servicing, and cleaning portable sanitation units or similar equipment, or a strong willingness to learn.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with dispatch and follow route schedules, including overnight and route-based work.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and push up to 175 pounds, with physical stamina to perform labor-intensive tasks throughout the shift.
• High school diploma or GED required.
• Reliability, self-direction, and strong ownership of work, with the ability to operate independently on overnight routes.
• Comfort working consistent overnight hours and participating in an on-call rotation including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in septic pumping, roll-off hauling, garbage collection, or environmental services is highly transferable and preferred.
• Experience in industrial cleaning, hydrovac operation, or similar field service roles is beneficial.
• Familiarity with field service mobile applications and dispatch systems is preferred.
• Route driving experience in tight residential or commercial environments is a plus.
• Knowledge of waste regulations and disposal requirements is advantageous.
• Experience with sanitation, cleaning, and industrial cleaning processes is beneficial.
• Exposure to hazmat environments and related safety practices is a plus.
• OSHA 10 certification preferred but not required.
• Experience with machine operation, heavy equipment operation, or tanker operation is advantageous.
• Willingness to cross-train across other service lines and responsibilities.
• Strong customer service mindset with the ability to interact professionally with residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal customers.
• Comfort working in or around confined spaces, following all safety procedures and training.

Why Work Here?

This role offers a stable, year-round opportunity in a 24/7 service line that provides consistent, recurring work and a predictable overnight schedule. You benefit from competitive compensation that recognizes CDL and endorsement levels, including shift and on-call standby premiums, along with comprehensive benefits available from day one. The environment supports independent, route-based work where you can take ownership of your vehicle and schedule, while still having access to a tight-knit, accountability-driven culture and accessible local leadership. Structured onboarding, regular 30-, 60-, and 90-day reviews, and cross-training opportunities provide clear development paths and exposure to broader service lines, helping you grow your skills and advance your career.

Work Environment

The position is a field-based, overnight role operating primarily across the Evansville and Southern Indiana region on scheduled routes. The standard shift runs from approximately 12:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., with route-based flexibility and occasional overnight travel depending on scheduling needs. Work is performed year-round in all weather conditions and involves operating heavy-duty commercial tanker vehicles and servicing portable sanitation units at various residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal locations. You will regularly encounter liquid waste, odors, chemicals, sludge, noxious fumes, dust, mists, gases, and other sanitation-related materials, and may perform work in or around confined spaces. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is required at all times, and strict adherence to safety protocols is expected. The role operates largely independently with minimal direct supervision, while still reporting closely to dispatch and participating in a structured 4-week on-call rotation that includes evenings, weekends, and holidays. The culture emphasizes accountability, reliability, and ownership of routes and vehicles, supported by local leadership and a long-standing reputation in the community.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Evansville, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $54080.00 - $62400.00/yr.

Medical: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO — $30 PCP / $50 specialist copay. Single $108.68 bi-weekly / $54.34 weekly Dental: Paramount Dental PPO — preventive covered 100%. Single $9.55 bi-weekly / $4.78 weekly Vision: VSP Signature — exams and lenses annually at $10 copay, frames every 24 months up to $130. Single $4.82 bi-weekly / $2.41 weekly Life & AD&D: $50,000 company-paid — includes conversion, portability, and waiver of premium Voluntary Life: Employee up to $500,000 | Spouse up to $100,000 | Dependent up to $10,000 Voluntary AD&D: Same amounts as voluntary life Short-Term Disability: 60% of earnings up to $1,000/week — up to 13 weeks Long-Term Disability: 60% up to $5,000/month — begins after 90-day elimination period BenefitHub: Discount marketplace — 300,000+ vendors including Target, Amazon, Walmart, Costco, Disney, American Airlines All benefits effective from day one

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Evansville,IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 6, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.