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Waste Connections

Residential Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking to hire a Local Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Austin, TX. The ... Class A or B CDL * Clean Driving Record * Excellent customer service skills * Ability to lift 65 ...

Waste Connections

Garbage Driver

Corpus Christi, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking for a Rear Load Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Corpus Christi ... Clean Driving Record * Excellent customer service skills Waste Connections is an equal opportunity ...

Waste Connections

Residential Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Waste Connections is looking to hire a Local Garbage Truck Driver at our site in Pflugerville , TX. ... Class A or B CDL * Clean Driving Record * Excellent customer service skills * Ability to lift 65 ...

Waste Connections Inc

Garbage Driver

Austin, TX · On-site

Clean driving record. Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

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As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for garbage cleaner in the United States is $14.80, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a garbage cleaner?

A Garbage Cleaner is responsible for collecting, transporting, and disposing of waste materials to maintain cleanliness and public hygiene. They work in residential, commercial, and public areas, ensuring waste bins are emptied and streets are kept clean. This job may involve operating garbage trucks, lifting heavy loads, and following safety guidelines. Garbage Cleaners play a crucial role in waste management and environmental health.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a garbage cleaner?

To thrive as a Garbage Cleaner, you need reliable physical stamina, attention to detail, and a basic understanding of sanitation procedures, usually with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with waste collection equipment, safety gear, and local recycling or hazardous material guidelines is helpful, and some positions may require specific safety certifications. Strong teamwork, punctuality, and a responsible attitude are valuable soft skills in this field. These abilities ensure safe, efficient, and thorough waste removal, contributing to public cleanliness and health.

What are the typical working conditions and hours for a garbage cleaner?

Garbage Cleaners often work early morning shifts or late evenings to accommodate neighborhood and commercial pickup schedules, with work occurring in all types of weather and seasons. The role is physically demanding and primarily outdoors, requiring extended periods of walking, lifting, and handling various materials. Crews typically function as part of a team, coordinating efforts to ensure routes are completed safely and efficiently. Flexibility with hours and reliability are important, and overtime may be available during peak periods or for special clean-up projects.

Is it hard to become a garbage cleaner?

Becoming a garbage cleaner generally requires physical stamina, the ability to work outdoors or in waste facilities, and sometimes a valid driver's license for certain roles. Training is often provided on the job, and the job may involve safety certifications related to handling waste and operating equipment. Overall, it is accessible but physically demanding work that may require adherence to safety protocols.

What qualifications do you need to be a garbage cleaner?

Garbage cleaners typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and must be physically fit to perform manual labor. Some positions may require training in safety procedures and the use of protective equipment; a valid driver's license may also be preferred for certain roles.
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Infographic showing various Garbage Cleaner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $30,785 per year, or $14.8 per hour.

Daytime Cleaner

Lexington, KY • On-site

Planet Fitness - Midwest Management Group
Health and Personal Care Stores • 501 - 1,000 employees

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 603 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

46th of 63 rated gym and leisure clubs

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Job description

We take tremendous pride in the cleanliness of all our clubs and believe this is something that continues to set us apart from other fitness centers.  We are looking for a self-motivated, driven individual to help keep our state of the art facility clean during the daytime.  Must be able to work efficiently and be able to stand/move around continuously.

Job Duties will include but not limited to:

-Cleaning equipment

-Vacuuming floors

-Mopping floors

-Detail cleaning trim and baseboards as well as fitness equipment

-Any other cleaning duties assigned by management including, but not limited to, cleaning bathrooms, taking out garbage, cleaning mirrors, cleaning garbage cans, etc.

Full-time position. Monday-Friday. Starts at $10/hour.

Cleaning experience not required, but preferred.


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Founded in 1992 in Dover, NH, Planet Fitness is one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States by number of members and locations. As of March 31, 2022, Planet Fitness had more than 16.2 million members and 2,291 stores in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Canada, Panama, Mexico and Australia. The Company's mission is to enhance people's lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, non-intimidating environment, which we call the Judgement Free Zone®. More than 90% of Planet Fitness stores are owned and operated by independent business men and women. At Planet Fitness, our mission has always been to enhance peoples lives by providing a high-quality fitness experience in a welcoming, judgement free environment. We are proud to be one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the United States with over 2,000 clubs and growing!

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Health and personal care stores, amusement, gambling, and recreation and fitness and sports centers

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Hampton, NH, US

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