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Become a Sanitation Worker

Salary and Benefits

Hiring Process

CDL Licenses

Promotional Opportunities


Salary and Benefits

Sanitation Workers receive a quality benefits package that includes:

Health Benefits

Pension

Deferred Compensation

The current starting salary of a Sanitation Worker is $43,305 per year.

The current labor agreement provides for periodic increases to $88,979 following the completion of 5 ½ years of service.

In addition to the basic annual wages, Sanitation Workers may also earn differential payments based on their specific assignment and overtime.