Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee: Litter Control PM

City of Austin; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Austin is seeking an ARR Litter Control Operator Trainee to perform waste collection and related labor tasks in the Austin area. The role requires CDL-B, the ability to follow routes, operate heavy equipment, and maintain safety and vehicle records.

Responsibilities include assisting ARR crews, responding to routine customer inquiries, and supporting clean-up of sites. The position involves early-morning shifts, weekends, and variable hours with a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience performing general labor.
• Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License.
• Must comply with DOT regulations and City of Austin Drug Policy.

Responsibilities

• Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, recyclables, bulky items, or compostables and dumps materials at designated sites.
• Pre-trips vehicles and heavy equipment and maintains records and reports.
• Learns routes, uses maps, and locates destinations.
• Operates refuse trucks and ARR vehicles as needed.
• Performs basic vehicle inspections and maintains equipment records.

Skills

General labor experience

Route reading & map skills

English reading/writing

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Job description

About This Position

Job Description: Austin Resource Recovery Operator Trainee Purpose: Under close supervision, this position operates vehicles and equipment and performs general labor in the collection and disposal of trash and recyclables or the recovery and processing of resources.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

• Picks up, processes, or disposes of trash, brush, litter, recyclables, bulky items, re-use items, or compostable items and dumps collected materials at designated dump sites/landfill.
• Pre-trips all vehicles and heavy equipment, as required by management; maintains detailed vehicle and equipment records; and completes paperwork, forms, and reports related to collection activities.
• Learns and follows routes, reads street maps, and micro-routes to locate route destinations.
• Operates Rear-Loading Refuse Truck and other Austin Resource Recovery vehicles and equipment, as needed.
• Performs basic vehicle inspections and maintenance and maintain vehicle records.
• Uses hand tools such as backpack blower, rake, shovel, and sweep to stack, load, and unload smaller debris and litter.
• Decides whether to pick up trash that is set out improperly.
• Provides information to customers when appropriate and responds to routine customer questions about work being performed.
• Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature.
• Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted homeless encampment sites and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the city of Austin.
• Follows all safety rules.
• Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations.
• Assists other ARR crews as directed and perform other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised

None.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of equipment and vehicles used in waste services.

Skill in establishing and maintaining good working relationships with others.

Skill in operating power tools.

Skill in using small hand tools.

Skill in learning simple tasks.

Skill in lifting and carrying equipment or materials applicable to the work being performed.

Skill in reading and writing English necessary to the level of tasks performed.

Ability to understand oral and written instructions in English.

Ability to operate required vehicles safely.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to read, understand, and follow maps and mapping directions.

Minimum Qualifications

• One (1) year of experience performing general labor.
• Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License.
• To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License.
• To be considered for employment in this position, applicants must comply with Department of Transportation Federal Regulations and the City of Austin Drug Policy.

Notes to Candidate

Current City of Austin employees must apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. Applications submitted outside of the internal Workday Jobs Hub will not be considered for an interview.

Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) is a department of the City of Austin with over 530 employees. We provide essential services that protect people and our planet. We collect recycling, composting, trash, large brush, bulk items, household hazardous waste and dead animals. We also sweep the streets, offer Austin and Travis County residents a service to recycle and safely dispose of household hazardous waste and provide community outreach and education. ARR is driving the global transformation of traditional waste management to sustainable resource recovery. Learn more at AustinRecycles.com.

The Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) Litter Control Operator Trainee is responsible for daily cleaning of downtown areas, illegal dumpsites, rights-of-way, and providing support during special events during special events during early morning shifts. As a member of the Litter Control team, this position will operate equipment such as Flusher Trucks, Crew Cabs, and Rear Loader vehicles. OperatorTrainees may also use backpack blowers, collect hand‑picked litter, and perform pre‑ and post‑trip inspections on all assigned equipment. This position requires the ability to work occasional after‑hours shifts, some weekends, seasonal shift changes, and assist other ARR teams as needed based on business demands.

Days and Hours

S-Team Hours: 2:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Sunday‑Wednesday

W-Team Hours: 2:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m., Wednesday‑Saturday

This position works early morning hours, weekends, seasonal shift changes, holidays and during special events.

Salary

$24.19 – $27.94 per hour

Location

4108 Todd Lane, Austin, Texas 78744

Criminal Background Investigation

This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation.

Additional Information

A competency assessment may be required to verify your skill set.

90-Day Provision for Additional Vacancy

This posting may be used to fill other similar positions within Austin Resource Recovery outside of the division listed above.

Benefits

• Working with the City of Austin at Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) provides a number of health and welfare benefits, such as medical, paid leave time, a great retirement plan, training opportunities and more! Learn more about City of Austin benefits.
• Learn more about careers with the City of Austin.
• This position is considered an essential position, which means it is expected that an employee comes to work during any City Closure or emergency to include bad weather and any other unexpected events or shutdowns.

Physical requirements for Operational Positions

The employee is required to perform the following tasks during the normal course of an approximately eight (8) to ten (10) hour day, four (4) to six (6) days a week. This position involves sitting while driving a commercial refuse vehicle as well as entering or exiting the cab and the rear step of the truck using hand and foot holds pulling body weight about 18-36 inches around 1250 times per day. The employee will apply up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and less force frequently to move objects. The position requires constant standing and grasping of hand holds roughly 32-54 inches from step to handle while riding on the back of the truck with frequent stops. This will involve continuous use of arms, shoulders, legs and feet to operate drive/steering inputs. Additionally, the employee will frequently be expected to perform tasks involving stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, kneeling, pushing/pulling, lifting and stooping while inspecting vehicle, while pushing/pulling 50+ pound refuse containers or throwing items into a refuse truck at approximately 5 feet high. This position walks from house to house to retrieve carts, brush, bulk, and bags for approximately 8-10 hours during a normal workday and works in extreme heat, cold, rain and other bad weather. Additional hazards include working close to mechanical parts, oils, fumes/odors/gases, noise, repetitive motions and vibration which expose joints and muscles to vibration and shock produced by the truck as well as walking near traffic, uneven surfaces, mud, snow, ice or rain daily. Employees may come in contact with blood and/or other potentially infectious materials. Employees must have sufficiently good eyesight to drive and inspect trucks and other equipment. Additionally, listening while driving is necessary to hear emergency vehicles and other issues with traffic or operational equipment. Employees must also be able to hear and speak to communicate with supervisors, dispatchers, and citizens.

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At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

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At the City of Austin, we are more than just an employer—we are a vibrant community dedicated to shaping one of the nation's most dynamic and innovative cities. As we strive to fulfill our commitment as public servants, it is important that we ground our efforts in a set of guiding principles – Empathy, Ethics, Excellence, Engagement, and Equity – anchors in delivering services that significantly impact the lives of Austinites. Joining the City of Austin means embarking on a purposeful career, contributing to the community, and being part of a forward-thinking organization that values every employee.

What Makes the City of Austin Special? 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. By joining us, you become part of a community that values its people and is committed to making Austin the most thriving and resilient city in the country.

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