Refuse sorters

Refuse sorters identify, collect and sort discarded items suitable for recycling at dump sites and recycling enterprises or in buildings, streets and other public places.

Skill level: Unskilled

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  • Salary range for the majority of workers in Refuse sorters - from ₹15,750 to ₹1,46,242 per month - 2025.
  • A Refuse sorters typically earns between ₹15,750 and ₹57,658 net per month at the start of the job.
  • After 5 years of service, this is between ₹18,016 and ₹66,753 per month for a working week of 48 hours.

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Job Responsibilities

  • Searching through refuse and collecting items for recycling from dump sites, domestic, commercial and industrial premises or from public places such as streets
  • Sorting cardboard, paper, glass, plastic, aluminium or other recyclable materials by type
  • Placing recyclable items and materials in designated compartments and containers for storage or transportation
  • Identifying and setting aside items of furniture, equipment, machinery, or components that are suitable for repair or re-use
  • Transporting recyclable items by hand or using non-motorized vehicles
  • Selling recyclable or reusable materials

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