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GDI Services (Canada) LP

Heavy Duty Cleaner

Calgary, AB · On-site

CA$15.25/hr

... offices, and the collection and removal of garbage from drop points to a garbage bin. Other ... help from the employee. * Monitors possible defects such as clogged urinals and lights out, and ...

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Line Cook, Aalto

Jasper, AB · On-site

CA$21/hr

... help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the ... Completing food prep work, dishwashing and garbage/recycling sorting duties as required

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Dishwasher, Banff Gondola

Banff, AB

CA$18.50/hr

... help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the ... Remove garbage and recycling to appropriate bins when needed * Unload pop, food and other items and ...

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Line Cook, Sky Bistro

Banff, AB · On-site

CA$21/hr

... help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the ... Completing food prep work, dishwashing and garbage/recycling sorting duties as required

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Line Cook, Farm & Fire

Banff, AB · On-site

CA$21/hr

... help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the ... Completing food prep work, dishwashing and garbage/recycling sorting duties as required

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Prep Cook, Maligne Lake

Jasper, AB · On-site

CA$19/hr

... help our guests immerse themselves fully in the experience. What ties it all together are the ... Completing food prep work, dishwashing and garbage/recycling sorting duties as required

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How much do garbage collection helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for garbage collection helper in Alberta is $14.33, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $10.10 and $15.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a garbage collection helper?

Garbage Collection Helpers, also known as sanitation workers or refuse collectors, are responsible for collecting and disposing of waste and recyclables from residential, commercial, and public areas. They work alongside drivers on garbage trucks, loading trash and recycling bins, and ensuring that waste is properly sorted and transported to designated facilities. This job is physically demanding and typically requires early morning shifts, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols to protect both workers and the environment.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a garbage collection helper?

To thrive as a Garbage Collection Helper, you need physical stamina, reliability, attention to safety, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with garbage trucks, basic lifting equipment, and safety protocols is important, though formal certifications are rarely required. Strong teamwork, communication, and a diligent work ethic help you excel in this role. These skills and qualities are critical for maintaining efficiency, safety, and cleanliness in community waste management operations.

What challenges do garbage collection helpers face, and how can they be managed?

Garbage Collection Helpers often face challenges such as working in varying weather conditions, handling heavy or hazardous materials, and maintaining a fast-paced schedule. Effective communication with team members and proper use of personal protective equipment are essential for safety and efficiency. Staying organized and physically fit helps manage the demands of lifting and repetitive tasks, while adhering to safety protocols minimizes risks and ensures smooth teamwork.

What is the difference between Garbage Collection Helper vs Waste Management Laborer?

AspectGarbage Collection HelperWaste Management Laborer
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require safety trainingHigh school diploma or equivalent; safety certifications often preferred
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, physically demanding, working near traffic and wasteOutdoor, physically demanding, working in waste collection and disposal sites
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipal waste collection services, private waste companiesMunicipal waste departments, private waste management firms

Both roles involve physically demanding outdoor work in waste collection. The Waste Management Laborer may have broader responsibilities, including operating equipment, but both require safety awareness and similar credentials. The main difference lies in job scope and employer terminology, with Waste Management Laborer often encompassing a wider range of waste-related tasks.

What cities in Alberta are hiring for Garbage Collection Helper jobs?

Cities in Alberta with the most Garbage Collection Helper job openings:

Infographic showing various Garbage Collection Helper job openings in Alberta as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $29,807 per year, or $14.3 per hour.

Heavy Duty Cleaner

Calgary, AB • On-site

GDI Services (Canada) LP
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Part-time

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Job description

Join the GDI Team!

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 janitor is generally responsible for the cleaning of all hard floor surfaces and carpets, washrooms, common areas, offices, and the collection and removal of garbage from drop points to a garbage bin. Other responsibilities could be included.

Schedule Hours: Part Time

Responsibilities:

  • Sweep, mop, and wash floors, stairs and other surfaces (inside buildings).
  • Stripping and waxing, steam cleaning carpets and cleaning windows – on request only
  • Wash windowsills; glass in interior doors, partition, and specified windows.
  • Wash glass and trim at entrance doors, interior/exterior- Wash/spot clean interior walls as appropriate daily.
  • Clean bathrooms and restock paper supplies daily. Standard bathroom procedures are to damp wipe glass surfaces, empty waste baskets, service soap and toilet paper dispensers, dust sills, clean tile walls, shelves, stall partitions, sweep/mop/scrub floors, etc.
  • Assist the supervisor with any other assistance that requires help from the employee.
  • Monitors possible defects such as clogged urinals and lights out, and reports to supervisors.

  • There will be showers, they will have to go between the two buildings (they are across the street from each other).

  • Collect building trash daily placing it in approved container and place in designated collection area for subsequent removal.
  • Replace liners in waste baskets and trash containers per specs.
  • High dusting, wall washing
  • compactors, lifting up to 50lbs,using heavy duty machines, changing garbage.

Requirements: 

  • Must be able to take direction, to work with minimal supervision, and to function cooperatively as part of a team
  • Ability to use cleaning tools and equipment.
  • Must have own transportation
  • Requires attention to detail, a pride in delivering excellent service, organization, and high levels of energy and endurance.

Must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check.

GDI Services (Canada) LP is committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities up to the point of undue hardship during the recruitment, assessment and selection process. Please notify GDI Services (Canada) LP if you require accommodation in respect of the materials or procedures used at any time during this process. If you require accommodation GDI Services (Canada) LP will work with you to determine how to meet your needs.