Argentine garbage collector in Australia earns $211 daily

Joaquín, an Argentine living in Australia, has gained attention on TikTok for sharing his daily life and earnings from a job that involves managing trash containers for residential buildings. In a video posted on his account, @joaqmarin, he explained the specifics of his role, which takes place every Wednesday.

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I get paid $211 in hand, meaning after taxes.

His tasks include moving garbage bins from residential buildings to designated spots for collection and then returning them. Joaquín clarified that he doesn't physically collect the trash but rather handles the containers. The job requires him to drive a company vehicle to various addresses, following specific instructions for each building.

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The idea of this video is not to sell smoke or anything, but to show the great variety of simple jobs that exist in this country and that serve to save good money.

He described the work as manageable, noting that while some days are more physically demanding due to heavy or full bins, much of his time is spent in an air-conditioned vehicle listening to music. Joaquín also highlighted the flexibility of his job, allowing him to take breaks whenever needed and enjoy scenic views during his routes.

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I'm not literally a garbage collector, but it's similar.

Joaquín revealed that he earns $211 in hand per day after taxes. He stressed that his intention is not to present an idealized version of life in Australia but to demonstrate the diverse range of simple jobs available that allow individuals to save money. Notably, he mentioned that proficiency in English is not a requirement for this particular position.

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Most of the time I'm in the car with air conditioning and listening to music.