Austin Resource Recovery Associate (Driver Helper) - Temporary

About This Position

• →Experience in the waste management industry, construction, and other general labor fields.
• →Experience working in a manual labor job outdoors in extreme heat, cold and other inclement weather.
• →Experience operating heavy equipment.

This position requires a valid Texas Class C Driver License or the ability to acquire one by your hire date. External New Hires must meet the City of Austin’s Driver Record Evaluation (DRE) requisite. To be considered for a driving position, applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or a total of six Driver Record Evaluation points within a period of thirty-six (36) months.

Collects residential compost/recycle/garbage from 700-1500 homes a day across the City of Austin. Employees work on and around large commercial vehicles such as Rear Loader commercial vehicles and transport materials to designated processing facilities. Duties include performing routine vehicle checks (cleaning, refilling fluids, pre and post inspections), reading street maps to locate route destinations, operating fleet technology, maintaining vehicle records, and training others in proper equipment use—all while providing courteous customer service to residents along the route. This is a physically demanding, outdoor position that requires frequent stretching, bending, lifting, and stooping in various weather conditions.

Supports Austin Resource Recovery by keeping creeks, watersheds, underpasses, right‑of‑ways, illegal dumpsites, and encampment areas clean. This role involves removing litter, debris, and bulk items from both active and inactive encampment sites. The work includes hand‑collecting litter and bulk materials, entering and exiting refuse collection vehicles, and stepping on and off the rear platform using hand and foot holds pulling your own body weight.  This is a physically demanding, outdoor position that requires frequent stretching, bending, lifting, and stooping in various weather conditions.

Thia team provides daily cleaning of downtown areas, illegal dumpsites, rights-of-way and during special events.  They operate backpack blowers, collect hand-picked litter and will perform pre and post trips on equipment. This is a physically demanding, outdoor position that requires frequent stretching, bending, lifting, and stooping in various weather conditions.

Curbside Collections: Monday – Friday: 5:30a.m. – 2:00p.m.

Underpass/Clean Creeks: Monday – Friday: 6:30a.m. – 3:00p.m.

Litter Control: Wednesday – Saturday: 2:30a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Litter Control: Sunday – Wednesday: 2:30a.m. – 1:00p.m.

Employees are assigned to work groups and shifts according to business needs. Employees must also be available to work holidays, weekends, after hours, seasonal shift changes, and in other work groups as needed to meet business demands.

4108 Todd Lane. Austin, Texas 78744

Temporary - Austin Resource Recovery Associate: $22.05 – $23.39 per hour

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.

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• Make a Difference: Join a team driving meaningful change in one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation.

• Value and Innovation: Work in an environment where employees are valued, and innovation thrives.

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes generous leave, work-life balance programs, and extensive benefits.

• Retirement Security: Plan for the future with the City of Austin Employees' Retirement System.

• Sustainable Transportation Options: Commute easily with access to public transit and bike-friendly infrastructure.

• Focus on Wellness: Stay healthy through wellness programs, on-site fitness centers, and mental health support.

• Career Growth: Advance your skills and expertise with professional development and leadership opportunities.

• Modern Workspaces: Work in innovative and sustainable environments that foster collaboration and inspiration.

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EEO Statement for City of Austin:

The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual's AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.