Refuse and Recyclable Material Collector Career

Job Description: 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

$47,810

Median Hourly Wage

$22.99*

Total Employed Nationally

135,430


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2023 wage data and 2022-2032 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2022-2032). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.