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Garbage Job Jobs in Milwaukee, WI (NOW HIRING)

Sanitation

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$25.35/hr

Empty garbage and fill toilet paper and paper toweling. * Clean tables, microwave, ash trays, floors, and fill product sample bins in the lunch room. Empty the garbage and fill the ice trays. * Clean ...

EQUIPMENT OPERATOR 1

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.25 - $26.25/hr

Drive, maintain and operate trucks and special equipment, such as garbage packers, street sweepers, Roll-Offs (open top dumpsters), automated side loading trucks, Vacall vacuum trucks, tri-axle dump ...

Mason Street Grill Steward

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

As a Steward at Mason Street Grill, you will work behind the scenes and help make our restaurant the best in Milwaukee by keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, emptying garbage cans, washing pots and ...

Mason Street Grill Steward

Milwaukee, WI

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

As a Steward at Mason Street Grill, you will work behind the scenes and help make our restaurant the best in Milwaukee by keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, emptying garbage cans, washing pots and ...

Mason Street Grill Steward

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

As a Steward at Mason Street Grill, you will work behind the scenes and help make our restaurant the best in Milwaukee by keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, emptying garbage cans, washing pots and ...

Mason Street Grill Steward

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $20.25/hr

As a Steward at Mason Street Grill, you will work behind the scenes and help make our restaurant the best in Milwaukee by keeping the kitchen clean and tidy, emptying garbage cans, washing pots and ...

Dishwasher/Porter

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$12.75 - $16.50/hr

Put stock away in a timely, orderly fashion upon arrival. 4. Handles removal of garbage and all trash from kitchen-to-kitchen dumpster or compactor area; flatten boxes prior to disposal, hoses out ...

STEWARD

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.06/hr

Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers. Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans in appropriate and assigned areas. * Washes dishes, pots, pans, utensils and ...

Remove and dispose of garbage on community grounds, including common areas, main entrance and from resident's sites as needed to maintain community appearance. * Perform snow removal using a snow ...

STEWARD

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.06/hr

Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers. Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans in appropriate and assigned areas. * Washes dishes, pots, pans, utensils and ...

STEWARD

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$20.06/hr

Segregates and removes trash and garbage and places it in designated containers. Steam cleans or hoses out garbage cans in appropriate and assigned areas. * Washes dishes, pots, pans, utensils and ...

Performs heavy cleaning duties, including cleaning floors, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Collects and disposes of trash following approved ...

Janitorial Technician

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$14.75 - $18.75/hr

Empty trash and garbage containers * Perform exterior maintenance including snow removal, landscaping, window washing, painting, trash removal * Maintain minor and routine painting, electrical, and ...

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How much do garbage job jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for garbage job in Milwaukee, WI is $16.07, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $14.42 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How to become a garbage worker?

To become a garbage worker, typically you need a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to perform physical labor. Some positions may require training in operating waste collection vehicles and adherence to safety protocols. Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions are also important.

What is the difference between Garbage Job vs Waste Management Technician?

AspectGarbage JobWaste Management Technician
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalentHigh school diploma; some roles may require certifications
Work EnvironmentOutdoor, physically demanding, on collection routesOutdoor and indoor, involving maintenance and operation of equipment
Industry UsageCommonly used in waste collection servicesBroader, includes waste collection, recycling, and disposal
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for job duties and environmentMore technical, includes maintenance and environmental compliance

While both roles involve waste handling, a Garbage Job typically refers to waste collection workers, whereas a Waste Management Technician encompasses a broader range of responsibilities including equipment maintenance and environmental procedures. The main difference lies in scope and technical requirements, with Waste Management Technicians often performing more specialized tasks.

Infographic showing various Garbage Job job openings in Milwaukee, WI as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 24% Full Time, and 76% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $33,427 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

$25.35/hr

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Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


General Mills rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

57th of 438 rated food and drinks producers


Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

We exist to make food the world loves. But we do more than that. Our company is a place that prioritizes being a force for good, a place to expand learning, explore new perspectives and reimagine new possibilities, every day. We look for people who want to bring their best - bold thinkers with big hearts who challenge one another and grow together. Because becoming the undisputed leader in food means surrounding ourselves with people who are hungry for what's next.

POSITION OVERVIEW

  • Sanitation Laborer - Milwaukee, WI
  • Starting Pay: $25.35 per hour
  • Shift: 2nd Shift (11 am - 7 pm)

Why Join Our Team

Our Milwaukee manufacturing site is located in a big city, with big city amenities, but with a lower cost than most. Our site was originally owned by the Gardetto family, who created Gardetto's by using any broken breadsticks leftover in their plant combined with seasonings! Employees value our employee appreciation events, family events, and all employee sporting events and watch events. We have the Chex Club that puts on events once a month for employees. At General Mills, we encourage growth for our employees, and our site offers many opportunities for job growth. Our products include Gardettos, Bugles, Chex Mix, and Muddy Buddys.

WhatWe Have to Offer

  • $25.35 per hour starting pay
  • Up to 80 hours of prorated vacation annually
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 401(k) match
  • Pension
  • Health Insurance includes medical, dental, and life
  • Sick Time off
  • And much more!

Your Work Schedule and Shift Information

  • 2nd Shift: 11 am - 7 pm
  • Hours are subject to change based on need.
  • Plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

As part of our manufacturing team, you will:

  • Support production packaging and processing operations
  • Support sanitation operations
  • Participate in startup, changeover, and shutdown of operating equipment
  • Train and supervise Temporary Employee Sanitation helper and back up
  • Manage Cleaning service and provide performance feedback
  • Maintain/perform facilities tasks inside and outside of the building:
    • Clean mirrors, sinks, toilets, and floors in bathrooms. Empty garbage and fill toilet paper and paper toweling.
    • Clean tables, microwave, ash trays, floors, and fill product sample bins in the lunch room. Empty the garbage and fill the ice trays.
    • Clean the picnic and smoking areas, picnic tables, truck docks, parking lots, and compactor area. Remove garbage from all areas.
    • Clean plant entrance areas.
    • Clean oily floors to maintain a safe work environment.
    • Shovel snow and salt sidewalks when necessary.
    • Wash bubblers, plant windows, plant phones, and check office bathrooms as needed.
    • Water outside foliage when necessary.
    • Ensure fire extinguishers are in place.
  • Complete Master Sanitation (MSS) tasks as scheduled
  • Perform inventory management:
    • Restocking of cleaning chemicals for production sanitation (chemical handling training will be needed).
    • Ensure the correct stock/restocking of general cleaning supplies.
    • Restocking of PPE's (Hairnets, ear plugs, etc.).
  • Build and manage relationships with:
    • Temporary Service
    • Cleaning janitorial service
    • Maintenance department
    • Processing Team
    • FSQ Team
    • Office Coordinator
  • Support meeting set up and miscellaneous plant events (e.g., setting up training room, lunchroom).
  • Work autonomously as a self-starter with limited supervision.
  • Attend monthly departmental safety meetings and follow all prescribed Company safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area as required by Company policy.
  • Operate cleaning cart, compactor(s), floor scrubber, snow blower, and chemical dispensing system.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school education or GED
  • LANGUAGE SKILLS:Ability to read and interpret short instructions, lists, and documents such as work and safety rules and procedure manuals. Ability to communicate problems clearly to coworkers and supervision.
  • MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Basic ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
  • REASONING ABILITY:Ability to solve routine procedural problems by applying simple, learned responses.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to perform physical tasks for extended periods of time including standing, walking, climbing, bending, pushing, pulling, and twisting over surfaces
  • Ability to climb and/or work at heights while utilizing stairs, ladders, personnel lifts, or platforms
  • Ability to wear protective clothing and equipment (Personal Protective Equipment - PPE) such as safety shoes, face masks, safety glasses, hearing protection, a hard hat, a hair/beard net, and gloves (when required)
  • Willing and able to adhere to all grooming requirements necessary for a food manufacturing environment
  • Ability to work in hot, cold, noisy, dusty, wet environmental working conditions
  • Willing to work around industrial high-speed moving machinery
  • Ability to work with allergens that might be present in a food environment

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in a manufacturing/production environment

ELIGIBILITY

Applicants must meet a minimum 18-year age qualification.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER (EOE)

General Mills is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or familial status, status regarding public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

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About General Mills

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General Mills, Inc. manufactures some of the most beloved foods in the world, including Cheerios and Lucky Charms, Nature Valley granola bars, Totino's pizza rolls, and Yoplait yogurt. Blue Buffalo became part of General Mills in 2018, so even your pets love us too.

Industry

Manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US

Year founded

1928