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Garbage Cleaner Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cleaner

Toledo, OH

$13.75 - $16.25/hr

Empty garbage containers and reline them, ensures washrooms are clean and in proper order * Replenish supply of amenities such as toilet paper, paper towel, soap, hand sanitizer, etc. * Transports ...

General Cleaner

Knoxville, TN · On-site

$13.25 - $15.75/hr

Additional job duties include collecting and removing garbage, cleaning and restocking bathrooms and cleaning windows, and picking up debris around the facility. If there is an unexpected mess, such ...

Cleaner

Toledo, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $16.25/hr

Empty garbage containers and reline them, ensures washrooms are clean and in proper order * Replenish supply of amenities such as toilet paper, paper towel, soap, hand sanitizer, etc. * Transports ...

Duties include, but are not limited to: removing garbage; cleaning offices, hallways and common areas; sweeping and mopping floors; cleaning patient bedrooms once vacated; cleaning bathrooms ...

CLEANER - TEMPORARY

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$15.25 - $18/hr

Empty garbage receptacles and reline * Empty paper shredders * Spot clean interior glass to remove fingerprints and smudges * Maintain all equipment to be of a clean condition * Report all faults to ...

Waste Connections of Nebraska, is looking for safety conscience Local Garbage Truck Drivers to join ... Crofton, Wayne, Norfolk, Nebraska Job Requirements: - Valid driver's license - Clean driving record ...

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How much do garbage cleaner jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 7, 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 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 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 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.

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$13.75 - $16.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 8 days ago


GDI Integrated Facility Services rating

5.4

Company rating: 5.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

217th of 250 rated facilities management


Job description

One provider. One solution. All your facility maintenance services.

GDI provides best in class integrated, high level, facility maintenance services to the United States and Canada. We have more than 30,000 team members who contribute to the success of GDI and our customer’s businesses. With almost a century of facility service experience, state of the art business practices, environmentally friendly processes and supplies and an established global reputation, we offer unrivaled client experience and satisfaction.

General Description: A cleaner is generally responsible for cleaning work including dusting of offices, vacuuming, the cleaning of all hard floor surfaces, washrooms, and the collection and removal of garbage from drop points to a garbage bin.

Responsibilities:

  • Empty garbage containers and reline them, ensures washrooms are clean and in proper order
  • Replenish supply of amenities such as toilet paper, paper towel, soap, hand sanitizer, etc.
  • Transports garbage from drop points to garbage bins or compactor.
  • Sweep, mop floors and dust furniture, vacuum carpets
  • Disinfect and polish stainless stain fixtures and appliances in the washroom, door handles, walls and countertops.
  • Participate in all training relevant and as required. Adhere to all health and safety regulations as outlined by the Company.
  • Report any damaged or broken utilities to the supervisor.
  • Must be able to lift 40lbs
  • Additional duties may be required from time to time.

Must be able to pass Criminal Background Check

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About GDI Integrated Facility Services

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When you partner with GDI, we work behind our mission as a commercial cleaning company to consistently deliver the best, most trusted facility services and innovative solutions to meet our clients need and standards. Our executive team is comprised of commercial cleaning company industry leaders who have established knowledge and capabilities on cleaning, technical services and manufacturing for years — leading and steering the ships for almost 24,000 employees in North America. From our humble beginnings in 1926, to becoming the fifth-largest facility services business in North America, GDI would not be the office cleaning company it is today without looking back at how we have grown through purchase/partnership transactions with strong local businesses to help us enter into new geographies, broaden our service offering, add to the strength and depth of our management team and ultimately, to service our clients better.

Industry

Facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Southfield, MI, US