We’re so excited to share that Zac Ramsey, side-loader driver at Recology Arcata, has been awarded 2025 Driver of the Year by the National Waste & Recycling Association (NWRA) in the Regional Residential category!
The NWRA Driver of the Year awards recognize waste collection professionals for their commitment to safety, years of service, route difficulty, and community engagement. With more than 150,000 waste collection drivers nationwide and companies from every state competing, this is an incredible honor.
Zac Ramsey, Recology Arcata, Driver of the Year – Residential
Zac services the entire City of Arcata. He drives a side-loader, picking up about 1,000 totes a day. He has worked in the industry for 23 years.
“Zac has dedicated his life to our industry,” says Linda Wise, former General Manager of Recology Humboldt County. “He places his customers’ needs and those of his team first.”
Frank Nelson, General Manager of Recology Arcata, says Zac’s special bond with the people of the community was made apparent in the heartfelt letters many residents wrote in support of his Driver of The Year candidacy. When not at work, Zac helps coach youth baseball teams.
Congratulations, Zac, and thank you for all that you do for your community!