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Waste Pro

Garbage Truck Helper

Rockledge, FL · On-site

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

City of Chamblee

Laborer I - Sanitation

Chamblee, GA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Responsible for rolling curbside containers of garbage and dumping into truck hopper. * Assists in the pick-up of garbage cans for residents with approved disabilities. * Picks up appliances ...

CITY OF CHAMBLEE

Laborer I - Sanitation

Chamblee, GA

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Responsible for rolling curbside containers of garbage and dumping into truck hopper. * Assists in the pick-up of garbage cans for residents with approved disabilities. * Picks up appliances ...

Waste Pro

Residential Helper - Pensacola

Milton, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Labor Finders

Sanitation

Palm Coast, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Responsible for assisting the truck driver on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Helper in Citrus!

Hernando, FL · On-site

$13.50 - $17.50/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Helper in Pasco!

New Port Richey, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Residential Helpers for the Waste Industry

Monroe, NC · On-site

$14.50 - $19/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Residential Helper

Southaven, MS · On-site

$14.50 - $16.50/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Residential Helper for the Waste Industry

Concord, NC · On-site

$14.75 - $19/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Residential Helper

Hoxie, AR · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

Waste Pro

Helper in Clearwater!

Clearwater, FL · On-site

$13.25 - $16/hr

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage ... Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed. 8. Reports any safety ...

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How much do garbage truck hopper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for garbage truck hopper in the United States is $19.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $23.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a garbage truck hopper?

A Garbage Truck Hopper is responsible for collecting and loading trash or recyclables into a garbage truck. They work alongside the driver, manually lifting and emptying waste bins from homes, businesses, and public areas. The job requires physical endurance and involves working in various weather conditions. Hoppers must follow safety regulations and proper waste disposal procedures. This role is essential for keeping communities clean and ensuring effective waste management.

What can I expect from a typical day as a garbage truck hopper?

A typical day as a Garbage Truck Hopper involves riding on the back or side of a garbage truck, collecting waste or recyclables from homes and businesses, and loading them into the truck. You’ll work closely with the driver and other team members to follow scheduled routes safely and efficiently, often starting early in the morning and working outdoors in all weather conditions. The role can be physically demanding, requiring frequent lifting, walking, and sometimes running short distances. Many hoppers enjoy the teamwork and sense of accomplishment that comes from helping keep communities clean.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a garbage truck hopper?

To thrive as a Garbage Truck Hopper, you need physical stamina, good hand-eye coordination, and attention to safety, usually with no formal education requirements. Familiarity with safety gear, basic lifting techniques, and sometimes the use of hydraulic lift controls is important. Teamwork, reliability, and a strong work ethic will help you excel in this fast-paced environment. These skills ensure safety, efficiency, and smooth operations when collecting and transporting refuse as part of a crew.

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Infographic showing various Garbage Truck Hopper job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 46% Full Time, 51% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $40,460 per year, or $19.5 per hour.

Garbage Truck Helper

Waste Pro

Rockledge, FL • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Waste Pro rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

50th of 92 rated recycling and waste

Job description

SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Helper is responsible for assisting the refuse truck driver on pre-assigned and special routes to pick up garbage, yard waste, or recycling.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
1. Picks up solid waste and places it in the back of a rear load garbage truck on specified routes often done manually or by pushing toter to tipper. Lifts and carries trash bags, bulk items and containers to the truck for disposal. Climbs onto and off of the rear truck step to load refuse, waste and carts. Operates packing mechanism to compact waste into the truck.
2. Provides a safe and Distinguishably Different level of service through courteous and expeditious customer service in all aspects of refuse operation to the general public and customers. Exhibits a positive attitude towards company, customer and municipal goals.
3. Ensures garbage and recyclables at residences are picked up and transferred properly; pick up may require using back door.
4. Answers questions for residents and directs them to contact Customer Service or appropriate government office for additional information.
5. Must comply with all ANSI (American National Standards Institute), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and company safety polices including Waste Pro Absolute Guidelines.
6. Assists Driver in safely backing up the truck by directing the Driver from the ground.
7. Cleans behind the compactor blade with shovel and hoe when directed. Sprays and cleans the hopper and truck at the end of each shift or as needed.
8. Reports any safety or customer service related issues to driver and supervisor, immediately.
9. Performs a variety of manual duties in the clean-up of scattered refuse; Cleans up the area around accidental waste spills and ensures customers containers are replaced properly.
10. May be required to work during emergency situations.
11. Assists other routes as needed to complete daily work.
12. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
OTHER JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Employees in this job classification must attend and participate in corporation sponsored training courses as assigned.
* Employees in this job classification are responsible for keeping up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Waste Pro .
* Any additional job duties that may be assigned by the Supervisor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works in a variety of environment conditions, including wide temperature and weather variations including heat, cold, snow, rain, wind; noise and vibrations, fumes, odors and dust.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Be able to follow safe operating practices.
* Be able to learn and use interpersonal skills relating to good customer service
* Be able and willing to work in a team environment
* Be able to read, write and comprehend reports well enough to complete daily assignments.
Special Considerations/Physical Work Requirements: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
1. Physically able to push or pull independently (unassisted) 50 pounds between 800 and 1000 times a day
2. Physically able to lift independently (unassisted) 50 pounds from the ground to waist height between 800 and 1000 times a day
3. Physically able to get up and down from the cab of a commercial motor vehicle between 800 and 1000 times a day
4. Physically able to bend at the waist and knees between 800 and 1000 times a day
5. Physically able to work 8 to 12 hours in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, rain and snow)
6. Ability to ride on the outside of the truck while servicing residential customers in low MPH areas.

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