Driver Helper

Augment; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Steady full-time work

Job summary

Augment in Austin, TX is hiring Driver Helpers to support professional truck drivers on residential and commercial waste routes. You will assist with pickups, lift and load containers, and help ensure timely, safe collection.

This is a full-time, outdoor role with weekly pay, weather in all seasons, and opportunities for growth in waste and recycling services. Must be dependable and able to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Dependable and ready to work early morning shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and move on your feet for extended periods.
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Prior experience in general labor, warehouse, construction, or landscaping is a plus—but not required.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Ride along designated routes to assist the driver with pickups.
• Lift and load waste and recycling containers onto the truck.
• Operate the lifting mechanism (when trained) to empty bins.
• Walk and move quickly from stop to stop—this is a physically active role!
• Ensure all materials are collected safely and professionally.
• Help keep the vehicle clean and communicate any route issues to the driver or supervisor.

Skills

Dependable

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Team player

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: AUSTIN , TX 78754

Education Level: None

Salary Range: $18.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Category: Driver Helper

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Looking for a job that keeps you active, gets you outside, and offers stable, full-time work? Join our team as a Driver Helper and play a key role in keeping neighborhoods clean and running smoothly.

Why This Job Is a Great Fit:

• Reliable, Consistent Work
• Weekly Pay
• Team Environment – You’re Not Alone
• Work Outdoors and Stay Active
• Opportunities for Growth in Waste & Recycling Services

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Driver Helper, you’ll work alongside a professional truck driver on residential or commercial waste and recycling routes. Your job is to help with the safe, timely collection of materials from homes, businesses, or facilities.

Daily responsibilities include:

• Ride along designated routes to assist the driver with pickups.
• Lift and load waste and recycling containers onto the truck.
• Operate the lifting mechanism (when trained) to empty bins.
• Walk and move quickly from stop to stop—this is a physically active role!
• Ensure all materials are collected safely and professionally.

Help keep the vehicle clean and communicate any route issues to the driver or supervisor.

Qualifications

• Dependable and ready to work early morning shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and move on your feet for extended periods.
• Enjoys working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
• Prior experience in general labor, warehouse, construction, or landscaping is a plus—but not required.
• Must pass a background check and drug screening.

The Work Environment:

• Outdoor work in neighborhoods, business parks, or industrial areas.
• Fast-moving team-based environment—safety and communication are key.
• PPE (personal protective equipment) is provided.

We’re hiring immediately for dependable individuals who take pride in their work. If you're looking for steady pay, strong support, and a clear path forward, we want to hear from you.