Refuse Truck Driver

Job overview

The Refuse Truck Driver role is onsite in Potlatch, ID. Starting pay is $24.50 per hour. Sunshine Disposal & Recycling provides refuse collection and recycling services in the Potlatch business unit and throughout Latah County. The driver operates refuse collection trucks on residential and commercial routes, completing inspections and route documentation while coordinating with operations staff. The work supports reliable collection service and safe vehicle operation throughout the assigned area.

What you'll do

• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and complete DVIR forms
• drive automated and roll-off refuse trucks on fixed routes
• position carts and containers as needed
• communicate route or dispatch issues
• empty and clean the truck at the end of the day
• submit route information and customer notes
• attend required safety and training meetings
• and complete assigned projects and duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

refuse truck driver

waste collection

potlatch id

sunshine disposal & recycling

$24.50 per hour

class a or b cdl

u.s. dot medical card

monday–thursday

5:30 am–4:00 pm

residential routes

commercial routes

overtime may be included

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with company match after eligibility
• paid PTO
• paid holidays
• company-paid employee medical, dental, and vision coverage
• company-paid employee assistance plan
• life, accident, and disability insurance available at employee-paid premiums.

Why this role

Requires Class A or B CDL, U.S. DOT medical card, compliance with FMCSA drug testing rules, and meeting carrier insurability requirements. Schedule is Monday–Thursday, 5:30 AM–4:00 PM; overtime may be included.

About the employer

Sunshine Disposal Inc is hiring for this role. Industry: Solid Waste Collection. Sector: 56.