How much does a Refuse Collector make in New Jersey? The average Refuse Collector salary in New Jersey is $32,130 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $28,232 and $36,449. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Refuse Collector Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Refuse Collector Salary $24,683 NJ March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Refuse Collector Salary $28,232 NJ March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Refuse Collector Salary $32,130 NJ March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Refuse Collector Salary $36,449 NJ March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Refuse Collector Salary $40,381 NJ March 26, 2024
25% $28,232 10% $24,683 90% $40,381 75% $36,449 $32,130 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Bayonne, NJ Avg. Salary $33,126 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bergenfield, NJ Avg. Salary $33,713 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Bloomfield, NJ Avg. Salary $33,742 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location East Brunswick, NJ Avg. Salary $33,097 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Hoboken, NJ Avg. Salary $34,240 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Irvington, NJ Avg. Salary $33,126 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Lakewood, NJ Avg. Salary $32,628 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Middlesex, NJ Avg. Salary $32,892 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Passaic, NJ Avg. Salary $33,742 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Union, NJ Avg. Salary $33,126 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Job Openings for Refuse Collector in New Jersey
Ally Waste Services - Knoxville , TN
Job Description Job Description Trash Collector Ally Waste Services is currently hiring for a part-time Trash Collector to join our team! This trash valet position works part-time starting at 8 pm and earns a competitive wage of $70 per night (not hourly) depending on location. We are industry leaders and believe that hard work can also be fun. In addition to industry-leading pay and our inspiring culture, we offer our Trash Collector the following benefits and perks: Immediate openings No experience required Part-time schedule Night shifts All major holidays off So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon! OUR IDEAL TRASH COLLECTOR Respectful - respects those in the community, property, and our business Thorough - doesn't cut corners Self-motivated - able to work independently Pride in your work - desire to ensure customer satisfaction If these ide
- 1 day ago
City of Little Rock, AR - Little Rock , AR
Salary: $12.50 Hourly Location : Little Rock, AR Job Type: Temporary/Seasonal Part Time Position Job Number: PW-2024-01 Department: Public Works Department Opening Date: 01/01/2024 FLSA: Non-Exempt Bargaining Unit: PT Supervisory Responsibility?: No On-Line Applications Only?: No Department:: Public Works Grade: PT The City of Little Rock provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. City of Little Rock complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every work location. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves
- 1 day ago
City of Little Rock (AR) - Little Rock , AR
This position is not designated as a safety/security sensitive position and is not subject to random drug and alcohol screening. Job Objective: To perform various general or manual labor duties for the City of Little Rock PT Custodial Worker I: Starting hourly rate $13.00 Cleaning rest rooms, meeting rooms, and public spaces. Sweeps floors, dusts baseboards, cleans windows and perform other light custodial and housekeeping tasks. Empties and replaces plastic liners in wastebaskets and recycle bins. Maintains an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment; notifies supervisor of supplies needed. PT Refuse Collector: Starting hourly rate $11.75 Empties contents of trash containers and lifts disposable containers into the sanitation truck. Operates a packer mechanism to compact collected refuse. Operates a dumping mechanism to remove refuse from the sanitation truck at the City Landfill. Washes and cleans the sanitation truck on assigned day. Provides directions to truck drivers by signa
- 2 days ago
Central PA - State College , PA
Public Works Laborer CDL * Full Time * Posted 2 weeks ago **Borough of State College** Title: Public Works Laborer CDL (Entry Level Refuse Collector) Location: State College Service Building Starting hourly rate: $19.05 REQUIREMENTS: The Public Works Laborer CDL (Entry Level Refuse Collector) position is responsible for the collection of refuse and bulk items and for the safe operation of vehicles and equipment used in all tasks. The position also includes a variety of semi-skilled and skilled level work in the maintenance of streets and sewers, maintenance of public property, and minor carpentry and construction tasks, as well as, maintenance of trees and landscape areas. The Public Works Laborer CDL (Entry Level Refuse Collector) position will report to the Operations Manager and Refuse and Organics Manager, and will receive daily work assignments and responsibilities from a Public Works Foreman. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School education and some previous work experience in the c
- 2 days ago
PeopleReady - Alpharetta , GA
Job Description Refuse Collector PeopleReady of Alpharetta, GA is now hiring Refuse Collectors! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want. Next-day pay* for many of our open positions. The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash. The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Pay Rate: The pay rate for this job is $18 / hour What you'll be doing as a Refuse Collector: Riding on the back of garbage collection truck collecting solid waste on a designated route. Directing driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up, and directing incoming vehicles to dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities. Knowledge of standardized work routines used for manual tasks and operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations. Checking operating and safety conditio
- 3 days ago
PeopleReady - Tuscaloosa , AL
Job Description Refuse Collector PeopleReady of Tuscaloosa, AL is now hiring Refuse Collectors! Apply today and you could start as soon as tomorrow. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from: The freedom to work where you want, when you want and as often as you want. Next-day pay* for many of our open positions. The ability to choose long-term positions for steady work or short-term positions if you just want some extra cash. The ability to sign up for jobs right from our mobile app, JobStack! Pay Rate: The pay rate for this job is $18 / hour What you'll be doing as a Refuse Collector: Riding on the back of garbage collection truck collecting solid waste on a designated route. Directing driver when pulling out in traffic and backing up, and directing incoming vehicles to dumping area at solid waste disposal facilities. Knowledge of standardized work routines used for manual tasks and operation of collection vehicles in solid waste operations. Checking operating and safety conditio
- 3 days ago

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  1. This Job:

    Refuse Collector

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Food Services Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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