Pick up trash and recycling and transport it to a landfill, sorting facility, or recycling center. Physical strength and stamina are also necessary, as you work on your feet and may lift heavy objects most of the dat. You typically work for a supervise, so excellent listening and verbal communication skills are also essential for carrying out your responsibilities. They must also inspect their vehicle's mechanical state and perform preventative maintenance on their truck. They must, in addition, plan routes that will get them there quickly.