Refuse workers

Definition

Refuse workers collect, process and recycle garbage from buildings, yards, streets and other public places, or keep streets and other public places clean. Tasks performed usually include: collecting, loading and unloading garbage; sweeping streets, parks and other public places; sorting and recycling garbage such as paper, glass, plastic or aluminium. Occupations in this minor group are classified into the following unit groups: 9611 Garbage and Recycling Collectors 9612 Refuse Sorters 9613 Sweepers and Related Labourers