Meet Ryan Ballardo, Senior Refuse Truck Driver
Ryan Ballardo is a Senior Refuse Truck Driver, bringing five years of dedicated service to the streets of Roseville, his hometown. Ryan takes pride in keeping his community clean, a task he views as crucial, given the community's daily dependence on utility services. His routes often include managing commercial waste from local businesses, restaurants, and apartment complexes, involving meticulous operations like handling 20,000 pounds of waste per load and ensuring his truck is immaculately maintained.
Ryan’s commitment to cleanliness is matched by his camaraderie with coworkers, which he counts among his favorite aspects of the job. This sense of teamwork and mutual support is vital in a role that sees him leading a team of eight total routes, six garbage and two cardboard routes, each averaging about 100-120 dumpsters daily. One of the less visible aspects of his job, yet astounding, is the sheer volume of trash collected: up to 60,000 pounds on a busy day, equivalent to the weight of three empty school buses!
Ryan especially cherishes moments when he interacts with children at his stops, sharing stickers and enjoying their cheers. These interactions underscore the community connection that Ryan values deeply, making every day rewarding and fulfilling.
Outside of work, Ryan is passionate about his family, with whom he enjoys camping and spending time on the lake. His leisure activities reflect his dedication to maintaining a clean, vibrant community environment.