Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors
Refuse and recyclable materials collectors collect garbage and recyclable materials, and transport it to dumps, landfills, or recycling plants.
3%
20%
77%
National data for refuse and recyclable material collectors (SOC 53-7081).
$16,870
$23,880
$36,440
$8.11
$11.48
$17.52
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures

Education

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Often a Commercial Driver’s License is Required
  • On-the-job Training
  • Hours

  • Generally have a set schedule each week.
  • Usually work more than 40 hours a week.
  • Usually start work at 5 a.m. or 6 a.m.
  • REFUSE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTORS will:
  • Drive a regularly scheduled route
  • Often work alone
  • Work outdoors
  • REFUSE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTORS frequently:
  • Repeat the same motions.
  • Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
  • Bend or twist their body.
  • Sit while driving trucks.
  • Stand and walk while gathering trash cans.
  • It is important that REFUSE AND RECYCLABLE MATERIAL COLLECTORS be able to:
  • Move two or more limbs together (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while remaining in place.
  • Make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
  • See details of objects whether they are nearby or far away.
  • Determine the distance between objects.
  • Understand the speech of another person.
  • Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
  • Use one or two hands to grasp, move, or assemble objects.
  • Use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects.
  • React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
  • Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
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