Summary Garbage Truck Driver in Yukon
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Find key facts and figures about working as a garbage truck driver. The following information is applicable to all Public works maintenance equipment operators and related workers (NOC 74205).

Description

Public works maintenance equipment operators and related workers operate vehicles and equipment to maintain streets, highways and sewer systems and operate trucks to collect garbage and recyclable materials. This unit group also includes workers who clear vegetation close to power lines. They are employed by municipal, provincial and federal public works departments, private contractors under contract with government public works departments and private companies involved in the collection of refuse and recyclable materials.

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Requirements

High school or specific training

This occupation usually requires a secondary school diploma or several weeks of on-the-job training.

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Wages

Not available

Median wage in Yukon

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

76 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Quality Control Testing
  • Operation Monitoring of Machinery and Equipment
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Operation and Control
  • Instructing

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