CLOSE CALL | Front Load Garbage Truck Vlog

The hopper cam is back ! I have a close call with some stubborn appliances while rolling through this heavy apartment complex on a rainy Friday.

[@snowmanandbandit8829]

What’s the name of the cup holder you got there. I drive an autocar a well and the cup holder is trash 😂

[@hopperhustle]

I’m glad you asked ! I promote the hell out of these. It’s called a Swigzy. I’ve bought em for every truck we have here cause those Autocar cup holders can barely hold change 🤣 here is a link to it on Amazon: Swigzy Car Cup Holder Expander Adapter (Long Base) - Holds Hydro Flask, Yeti, Nalgene, Large 32/40 oz. Bottles & Big Drinks a.co/d/0UhSg43

[@DavidMiller-qu2sr]

I love your videos keep making great videos

[@KevTenor08]

That’s knob on the wheel looks like a life saver I developed pain in my hand from not having one

[@CoolHandMacc]

I hope that you had a good vacation brother. Nice to see you back in the saddle. Usually when I see cords hanging out of the doors, I will get out and see what they are attached to and push them back inside the can before dumping it. Takes a little extra time, but I've had too many close calls like that over the years with vacuums, old style TV sets, microwaves, etc. etc. Stay safe out there and can't wait to see what you have coming next week. 😎💪

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you brother. It was definitely nice to hangout and not do anything at all 😂 that’s a good point on the cords ! I do need to double check myself on that if I see them before I dump a can. Learn something new every day right ? Always appreciate you, stay safe out there as well. I think you’ll appreciate next week’s video the most !

[@TheeMostDangerousOne]

I recently found your channel and I don’t regret it at all. Garbage trucks have been my favorite since childhood.

[@hopperhustle]

Much appreciated! Glad you enjoy the content and to have you here 👍

[@garbageman-wu9ck]

I like that u have tote tippers on ur fork bar!!

[@hopperhustle]

It definitely took some getting used to 😅 you have to leave 2 inches of cylinder out on the forks so it doesn’t smack the windshield guard !

[@samuelmoriarty2705]

Always great videos you make on KZbin. Very informative about the waste industry and the importance of the waste industry.

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you for the comment. I am looking to start making them again

[@trashratt]

Great video! Loved every minute of it. I am surprised you popped the tailgate....but these things happen. Cheers from Vancouver BC Canada🇨🇦

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you ! And yes, unfortunately it had happened to me before. That’s why I always clean my tailgate too whenever I dump just to be sure. Cheers !

[@jakelucas5588]

I just got a Job doing front end loader in michigan. Changing careers at 34. Excited and nervous. I'll be subscribing

[@hopperhustle]

Awesome ! The best advice I can give you is take your time and don’t get in a hurry. Speed will come with experience. Thanks for subscribing!

[@bberry2448]

Great videos! Keep them coming!

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you !

[@tommymacias5434]

Love your videos thank you for your hard work I’m a retired garbage 🗑️ man 38 years front loader roll off portable toilets 🇺🇸💯TOMMY FROM NORTHERN CALIFORNIA WM

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you Tommy for your hard work brother. This industry is not for the faint of heart. I hope you enjoy your retirement. Sorry for the late reply -

[@automusicsports216]

Great videos bro! I’m also a garbage truck driver. Love these videos

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you ! Appreciate you watching 👍

[@kellykunkler3549]

I drive for a city in Ohio just south of Columbus. I hear you complain about your turn radius in a few videos but honestly yours turns better than mine. I showed a few coworkers your videos and the first thing they say is how shocked they are at the two joysticks you have for moving the dumpsters. Anyway great video

[@hopperhustle]

Thanks for the comment ! Yeah I was spoiled by my previous Autocar, it could turn in a full circle almost. Yes the rabbit ears are about all I’ve ever used in front load although the Mack I drive now does have an X pattern single stick. Appreciate you watching and sharing as well ! Stay safe out there -

[@kitathediva84]

I was wondering where u were. Glad you made a new video. Stay dry out here.. Its looking like more rain here in indy as we speak

[@hopperhustle]

Good to hear from you ! Yeah it was super wet out all day today.

[@djcanojax]

Man love the videos keep them coming! New subscriber here!!!! I’m a dump truck driver my self I’m thinking about doing videos. There not a lot of people doing those can of vlogs on here.

[@hopperhustle]

Thanks so much man ! Hell yeah give it a try, I do it all on my phone with a $60 mount 😂 It’s been very positive to hear from other drivers across the board. Stay safe out there !

[@garbagemailtrucksandbuseso8685]

You should do a pov video with the camera mounted on your head

[@trashmaster1666]

Awesome Video You've Just Got a New Subscriber

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you ! I’ll sub to you as well. Always love to see other industry related content 👊

[@tahkeemdaniels4980]

New subscriber here💯

[@Will-vx8pj]

I’ve just started driving any tips for a rookie I have a trainer but any advice from you would be great love the vids keep them coming.

[@hopperhustle]

Congrats man ! Always keep your head on a swivel and don’t let yourself get in a hurry, speed will come with time. Slow is smooth and smooth is fast. It’s always better to be safe, taking unnecessary risks is like luck - it runs out eventually. Other than that, never miss an opportunity to pack your truck and have fun out there 😎 thanks for the comment and good luck to you !

[@JMANWiSS]

whats your guys policy for bulk items? If it fits it in the can it dumps? Those are some of the nicest enclosures ive ever seen. so clean. At least no gates to mess with.

[@hopperhustle]

We send in pictures on our tablets to be charged as overages. That complex is a cooperative, it’s always very well kept.

[@recycleman975]

nice

[@cruisingwithwilliam]

I just subscribed

[@dolfrobz8457]

Great video, thank you for sharing it! How much does this job pay per year?

[@josebadia1932]

I drive for waste management I started at 26 an hour and work 58-62 hours a week and I average 1700-1800 a week, take home is 1200-1300 . I only have 6 months experience. Keep in mind there are drivers that are making well over 38 an hour who been with the company for over 5 years

[@sorinmorgan2886]

Would you let me ride with the garbage in the hopper it’ll be safe as long it’s halfway or less full 😉

[@josebadia1932]

Can you make a video on the pay?

[@joshuafigueroa151]

If there are heavy things with garbage bags on the floor furniture chair whatever it is you also have to get off And pick it up???

[@hopperhustle]

Nope. If it's not in the can, it doesn't go. If you picked up overages for every can you dumped, you would never go home. Thanks for the question.

[@justinalex1952]

How do residential drivers know where to go? Do they have to memorize the route or is there a gps that helps guide them?

[@hopperhustle]

You definitely memorize the route over time. If the company trains people the right way, they’ll have a swing driver or loader with them that knows the route to start. In my experience tho, most companies will have overhead map printouts and have them printed out in sequenced sections from start to finish highlighting the truck’s route.

[@stellapoudel3715]

I like your cut g

[@BeardedBlaxican]

Are all your cans 8 yard slants?

[@hopperhustle]

Nope ! Got everything from 2yds to 10yds. Even have some tall ones in 8 and 10, some dock styles and slotted for cardboard. I’ve done a lot of videos of the 8yd slants cause they’re usually the most loaded 😅

[@rearloadmaster4854]

Great video! I’ve been doing garbage since 2015 and love it. I did a year of front loader but I’d say it just isn’t for me. Been on rear load commercial and residential ever since. Keep at it.

[@hopperhustle]

Hey man do you ! Everyone has preferences and that’s why I love the industry. You get to take your pick. Thank you for the love 👍

[@jasonm9112]

Any tips for a new cdl driver ? I just got my class A and I really want to drive for a trash truck company. I’m in LA and there are 4 companies I know of. I applied to all 4. 3 denied me instantly and the 4th hasn’t even opened my application. The 3 that denied me only specified you need a cdl license as a requirement so I’m just very confused on why they would instantly deny me

[@hopperhustle]

If you can find any garbage company that is hiring, you will most likely start out in residential with having no experience in the waste industry. You've got to start somewhere and residential is a good place to start if you want to get into working in trash. Give Indeed a shoot and search CDL B driver, the big waste companies usually show up. Good luck -

[@kenmueller354]

Have you ever had a dumpster fall off those forks?

[@hopperhustle]

Not yet. I’ve never lost a can in the hopper in the 5 years I’ve been driving front load either.

[@simeonowens489]

What kind of camera system is that?

[@hopperhustle]

I’m honestly not sure ! I will look into it and get back to you. Thanks for watching 👍

[@Josh-os4qk]

Do you drive side loader by any chance?

[@hopperhustle]

I used to ! Residential is where I got my start. I was on the back of a rear load in the beginning, got my CDL and took over that rear load route. Then went to side load. I didn’t mind doing side load, once you learn your route you can really move on it. I drove an Autocar ACX w/ a Heil Python arm.

[@jasonwonnacott1964]

Is it realistic to pick up 150 to 160 cans in a 10 to 12 hour day? Company I am considering pays by the route and he says a route is about 75 to 80 cans? Thanks for the help

[@hopperhustle]

Yes it is. Especially if the route is condensed. 75 to 80 actual cans to service on route is on the low side. Unless it is very spread out which most recycle and paper routes are that way. I would definitely ask for details about the route you would be on. I haven’t worked for a company that does incentive before so can’t help you much there. I would tell you to look at all your options before picking this company tho. When you’re new to this, like anything else, speed comes with time. I would think being paid on incentive would add pressure - which will cause you to rush. You don’t want that. Better to start out at a company that will let you get your feet wet and allow you time to get your skill up. That’s just my opinion tho, you do what’s best for you. Hope this helps, good luck to you 👍

[@CNUPRAILFANOFSOUTHERNILLINOIS]

Love your KZbin videos can you please post more KZbin videos please

[@hopperhustle]

Thank you and will do !

[@markwhite6719]

Who u drive for man? Do you use the same truck everyday

[@hopperhustle]

GHW Waste Services in Indianapolis and yes, I have an assigned truck I drive everyday 👍

[@TimeLapseVideos-Garbagetrucks]

have you had to deal with a trash truck fire before

[@hopperhustle]

Yes I have ! It was years ago in my CNG side load truck. Full of recycle ! Someone threw out a drill with a lithium ion battery, the packer blade crushed it and it had a reaction with something else in the hopper that caused it to ignite. Thankfully I was pulling into the yard when the smoke went up ! It never fully caught fire and the recycle was all salvaged.

[@TimeLapseVideos-Garbagetrucks]

@@hopperhustle ok that was lucky

[@TruckinWithNyles]

What kind of camera do you use?

[@hopperhustle]

iPhone 15 with a RAM mount

[@recycleman975]

mercedes LP ?

[@hopperhustle]

2020 Autocar ACX

[@markwhite6719]

People are fucked up man dont let them get to you

[@staintedcards]

was that load like 11 tons?

[@hopperhustle]

most likely