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Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors

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Collect and dump refuse or recyclable materials from containers into truck. May drive truck.

Sample of reported job titles: Front Load Trash Truck Driver, Garbage Collector, Garbage Man, Recycle Driver, Rolloff Truck Driver, Sanitation Laborer, Swamper, Trash Collector, Truck Driver

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Tasks  |  Technology Skills  |  Tools Used  |  Knowledge  |  Skills  |  Abilities  |  Work Activities  |  Detailed Work Activities  |  Work Context  |  Job Zone  |  Education  |  Credentials  |  Interests  |  Work Styles  |  Work Values  |  Related Occupations  |  Wages & Employment  |  Job Openings  |  Additional Information

Tasks

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  • Operate automated or semi-automated hoisting devices that raise refuse bins and dump contents into openings in truck bodies.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Inspect trucks prior to beginning routes to ensure safe operating condition.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Drive trucks, following established routes, through residential streets or alleys or through business or industrial areas.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Operate equipment that compresses collected refuse.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Dump refuse or recyclable materials at disposal sites.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Dismount garbage trucks to collect garbage and remount trucks to ride to the next collection point.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Refuel trucks or add other fluids, such as oil or brake fluid.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Fill out defective equipment reports.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Communicate with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns, or other maintenance problems.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Check road or weather conditions to determine how routes will be affected.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Clean trucks or compactor bodies after routes have been completed.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Tag garbage or recycling containers to inform customers of problems, such as excess garbage or inclusion of items that are not permitted.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Provide quotes for refuse collection contracts.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Organize schedules for refuse collection.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Sort items set out for recycling and throw materials into designated truck compartments.See more occupations related to this task.
  • Make special pickups of recyclable materials, such as food scraps, used oil, discarded computers, or other electronic items.See more occupations related to this task.

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Technology Skills

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  • Data base user interface and query software — Mileage logging softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Facilities management software — Computerized maintenance management system CMMSSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Mobile location based services software — Global positioning system GPS softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.
  • Time accounting software — Payroll softwareSee more occupations related to this technology.

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Knowledge

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  • Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Transportation — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea, or road, including the relative costs and benefits.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Public Safety and Security — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions.See more occupations related to this knowledge.
  • Mechanical — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.See more occupations related to this knowledge.

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Skills

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  • Operation and Control — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Coordination — Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Critical Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Equipment Maintenance — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Operations Monitoring — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.See more occupations related to this skill.
  • Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively.See more occupations related to this skill.

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Abilities

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  • Multilimb Coordination — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down. It does not involve performing the activities while the whole body is in motion.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Near Vision — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Comprehension — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Arm-Hand Steadiness — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Control Precision — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Manual Dexterity — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Oral Expression — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Reaction Time — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Static Strength — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Category Flexibility — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Deductive Reasoning — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Extent Flexibility — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Far Vision — The ability to see details at a distance.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Finger Dexterity — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Inductive Reasoning — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Problem Sensitivity — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Clarity — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Speech Recognition — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Trunk Strength — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without “giving out” or fatiguing.See more occupations related to this ability.
  • Visual Color Discrimination — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.See more occupations related to this ability.

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Work Activities

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  • Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Performing for or Working Directly with the Public — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving customers in restaurants and stores, and receiving clients or guests.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Communicating with People Outside the Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines, devices, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of electrical or electronic (not mechanical) principles.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products, including artistic contributions.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Detailed Work Activities

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  • Inspect motor vehicles.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate cranes, hoists, or other moving or lifting equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate vehicles or material-moving equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Operate packing or other material processing equipment.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Dispose of trash or waste materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Climb ladders or vehicles to perform duties.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Maintain vehicles in good working condition.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Prepare accident or incident reports.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Notify others of emergencies, problems, or hazards.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Report vehicle or equipment malfunctions.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Estimate costs or terms of sales.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Gather information about work conditions or locations.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Clean vehicles or vehicle components.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Load shipments, belongings, or materials.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Schedule operational activities.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Sort materials or objects for processing or transport.See more occupations related to this activity.
  • Explain regulations, policies, or procedures.See more occupations related to this activity.

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Work Context

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  • In an Enclosed Vehicle or Equipment — 98% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Outdoors, Exposed to Weather — 98% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or Controls — 98% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Wear Common Protective or Safety Equipment such as Safety Shoes, Glasses, Gloves, Hearing Protection, Hard Hats, or Life Jackets — 100% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Freedom to Make Decisions — 95% responded “A lot of freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Contaminants — 88% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Frequency of Decision Making — 83% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Making Repetitive Motions — 84% responded “Continually or almost continually.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results — 79% responded “Very important results.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable — 79% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Being Exact or Accurate — 57% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Very Hot or Cold Temperatures — 58% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Structured versus Unstructured Work — 51% responded “Some freedom.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Duration of Typical Work WeekSee more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Hazardous Equipment — 70% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Importance of Repeating Same Tasks — 33% responded “Extremely important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Level of Competition — 43% responded “Extremely competitive.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Sitting — 29% responded “About half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Consequence of Error — 55% responded “Extremely serious.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Indoors, Not Environmentally Controlled — 59% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Time Pressure — 40% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Disease or Infections — 60% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Face-to-Face Discussions — 42% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Deal With Unpleasant or Angry People — 25% responded “Once a week or more but not every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Extremely Bright or Inadequate Lighting — 41% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Spend Time Bending or Twisting the Body — 50% responded “Less than half the time.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Contact With Others — 38% responded “Occasional contact with others.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Work With Work Group or Team — 33% responded “Important.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Degree of Automation — 34% responded “Slightly automated.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Responsible for Others’ Health and Safety — 35% responded “Limited responsibility.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Exposed to Minor Burns, Cuts, Bites, or Stings — 36% responded “Every day.”See more occupations related to this work context.
  • Deal With External Customers — 31% responded “Important.”See more occupations related to this work context.

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Job Zone

Title Job Zone Two: Some Preparation Needed
Education These occupations usually require a high school diploma.
Related Experience Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed. For example, a teller would benefit from experience working directly with the public.
Job Training Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees. A recognized apprenticeship program may be associated with these occupations.
Job Zone Examples These occupations often involve using your knowledge and skills to help others. Examples include orderlies, counter and rental clerks, customer service representatives, security guards, upholsterers, and tellers.
SVP Range (4.0 to < 6.0)

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Education


Percentage of Respondents
Education Level Required
64   High school diploma or equivalent

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31   Less than high school diploma
2   Post-secondary certificate

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Interests

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  • Realistic — Realistic occupations frequently involve work activities that include practical, hands-on problems and solutions. They often deal with plants, animals, and real-world materials like wood, tools, and machinery. Many of the occupations require working outside, and do not involve a lot of paperwork or working closely with others.See more occupations related to this interest.
  • Conventional — Conventional occupations frequently involve following set procedures and routines. These occupations can include working with data and details more than with ideas. Usually there is a clear line of authority to follow.See more occupations related to this interest.

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Work Styles

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  • Dependability — Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Self-Control — Job requires maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Stress Tolerance — Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Integrity — Job requires being honest and ethical.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Independence — Job requires developing one’s own ways of doing things, guiding oneself with little or no supervision, and depending on oneself to get things done.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Attention to Detail — Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Concern for Others — Job requires being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Cooperation — Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility — Job requires being open to change (positive or negative) and to considerable variety in the workplace.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Persistence — Job requires persistence in the face of obstacles.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Achievement/Effort — Job requires establishing and maintaining personally challenging achievement goals and exerting effort toward mastering tasks.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Initiative — Job requires a willingness to take on responsibilities and challenges.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Leadership — Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Innovation — Job requires creativity and alternative thinking to develop new ideas for and answers to work-related problems.See more occupations related to this work style.
  • Analytical Thinking — Job requires analyzing information and using logic to address work-related issues and problems.See more occupations related to this work style.

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Work Values

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  • Support — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer supportive management that stands behind employees. Corresponding needs are Company Policies, Supervision: Human Relations and Supervision: Technical.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Relationships — Occupations that satisfy this work value allow employees to provide service to others and work with co-workers in a friendly non-competitive environment. Corresponding needs are Co-workers, Moral Values and Social Service.See more occupations related to this work value.
  • Working Conditions — Occupations that satisfy this work value offer job security and good working conditions. Corresponding needs are Activity, Compensation, Independence, Security, Variety and Working Conditions.See more occupations related to this work value.

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Related Occupations

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47-2151.00 Pipelayers
47-4031.00 Fence Erectors
47-5022.00 Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
51-9124.00 Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
53-3033.00 Light Truck Drivers   Bright Outlook Bright Outlook
53-7031.00 Dredge Operators
53-7051.00 Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators

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Wages & Employment Trends

Median wages (2020) $18.80 hourly, $39,100 annual
State wages
 
Local wages
  
Employment (2020) 140,500 employees
Projected growth (2020-2030) Faster than average (10% to 15%) Faster than average (10% to 15%)
Projected job openings (2020-2030) 21,400
State trends
 
Top industries (2020)
Administrative and Support Services
Government

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 2020 wage data external site and 2020-2030 employment projections external site. “Projected growth” represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2020-2030). “Projected job openings” represent openings due to growth and replacement.

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Job Openings on the Web

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Sources of Additional Information

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  • American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, AFL-CIO external site
  • MHI external site
  • Occupational Outlook Handbook: Hand laborers and material movers external site
  • Warehousing Education and Research Council external site

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