Garbage Truck Helper Career

*A job as a Garbage Truck Helper falls under the broader career category of Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors : Collect and dump refuse or recyclable materials from containers into truck. May drive truck.


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Refuse and Recyclable Material Collector Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$37,690

Median Hourly Wage

$18.12*

Total Employed Nationally

114,680


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.