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  • Austin Resource Recovery Operator (Litter Control - Night Shift)

    Austin, Texas United States City of Austin, TX Full Time Nov 05, 2025
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    City of Austin, TX

    The City of Austin This vibrant and dynamic city tops many lists for business, entertainment, and quality of life. One of the country’s most popular, high-profile “green” and culturally rich cities, Austin was recently selected the number one Best Place to Live in the U.S. (U.S. News & World Report). In 2016, Forbes named Austin the city most likely to prosper over the next decade on their America’s Cities of the Future list, and the City of Austin ranked in the top ten on the Forbes list of America’s Best Employers for 2017.  Austin continues to lead with its vision of being the Most Livable City in the Country, emerging as a player on the international scene with such events as SXSW, Austin City Limits, Formula 1, and being home to companies such as Apple, Samsung, Dell, and Ascension Seton Healthcare. From the home of state government and the University of Texas to the Live Music Capital of the World and its growth as a film center, Austin has gained worldwide attention as a hub for education, business, health, and sustainability.  The City offers a wide range of events, from music concerts, food festivals, and sports competitions to museum displays, exhibits, and family fun. Austin is also home to a wonderful ballet, world-class museums, one-of-a-kind shopping, and beautiful outdoor spaces. You can just as easily spend your morning paddling the lake as you can strolling through a celebrated history museum.  Located at the edge of the Texas Hill Country—rolling terrain of limestone bluffs, springs, rivers, and lakes—Austin’s temperate climate is ideal for year-round jogging, cycling, hiking on the City’s many trails, or swimming at Barton Springs or one of the area’s many other swimming holes.  There are a number of excellent golf courses in the area as well as recreational opportunities for rowing, kayaking, canoeing, camping, rock climbing, disc golf, mountain biking, fishing, and more. Austin truly has something to offer for everyone. City Government The City of Austin is a progressive, full-service municipal organization operating under the Council-Manager form of government. Austin has a 10-1 council system with an at-large Mayor and Council Members that represent ten districts. The Mayor and Council Members may serve in their respective seats for four years with a maximum of two consecutive terms.  The City Council appoints the City Manager who is the chief administrative and executive officer of the City. The City Manager is responsible for guiding and directing day-to-day operations, as well as providing strategic research, recommendations, and management leadership to the City Council on the city budget, programs, policies, and services. The City Manager implements the organization’s administrative responsibilities with a strong team of Assistant City Managers and department executives. Supported by a staff of more than 14,000 and a budget of $4.1 billion, the City Manager and staff deliver a broad range of services to the citizens of Austin.  The City Council and City Manager of Austin are committed to the mission of delivering the highest quality, cost-effective services. Austin is a beacon of sustainability, social equity, and economic opportunity; where diversity and creativity are celebrated; where community needs and values are recognized; where leadership comes from its community members, and where the necessities of life are affordable and accessible to all.

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    Job Description

    JOIN THE CITY OF AUSTIN TEAM

    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.

    Job Description:

    Purpose:

    Under general 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

    Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
      ◦ 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.

      ◦ Assists in training others in the proper use of equipment and vehicles, as required by management.

      ◦ Operates Water Truck, Rear-Loading Refuse Truck, Dump Truck, and other Austin Resource Recovery (ARR) vehicles and equipment as needed.

      ◦ Performs basic vehicle inspections and maintenance and maintains 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. Places customer notices, door hangers, and public information literature.

      ◦ Cleans up illegal dump sites, parkland, targeted encampment sites and other sites with high volume of trash-related complaints or concerns throughout the City of Austin.

      ◦ Follows safety rules. Observes and reports accidents, burglaries, and hazardous situations.

      ◦ Assists other ARR crews as directed and performs other duties as assigned and performs the tasks of ARR Associates and Operator Trainees as needed.



    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 train or assist in the training of employees as required by management.

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



    Minimum Qualifications

    One (1) year of driving experience with a current Commercial Driver License (CDL) in any field.

    Licenses and Certifications Required:
      ◦ Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B License.

      ◦ Must obtain required endorsements within 120 days of employment, as required by position.

      ◦ 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:

    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 Litter Control Operator is tasked to provide daily cleaning of downtown areas, illegal dumpsites, rights-of-way and during special events.

    As a member of the Litter Control team, this position will be responsible for operating Flusher Trucks, Crew Cabs and Rear Loader vehicles.

    In addition, ARR Operators may be tasked with operating backpack blowers, collecting hand-picked litter and will perform pre and post trips on equipment.

    The employee must be able to work occasional after hours, some weekends, seasonal shift changes and help out other teams in different divisions due to business needs.

    Location:

    4108 Todd Lane, Austin, TX 78744

    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.

    Pay Rates:

    ARR Operator: $23.76 - $27.32

    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.

    Criminal Background Investigation:

    This position does not require a Criminal Background Investigation

    Driving Requirement:

    This position requires a Current Commercial Driver License, Minimum Class B 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.

    Physical requires 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 rolling 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 work day 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.

    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 .

    Veterans:

    Veteran candidates will be required to provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of interview.

    Additional Information:

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

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

    Application:

    A detailed and complete job application is required and helps us to better evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any and all relevant work experience that you would like for us to consider. If you are applying for a driving position that requires a Commercial Driver License (CDL), please list ALL CDL employers on your application. This information is used to determine your salary for CDL jobs.

    Please be thorough in completing the employment application and list all experience and education that is relevant to this position. For each position, please describe your specific experience as it relates to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. You will not be given the opportunity to provide additional work experience once you complete and submit your job application. Furthermore, if selected as the top candidate, you will not be permitted to present additional work experience for salary calculation purposes.

    Each individual who submits an Application as provided in the Municipal Civil Service Rules and meet the Minimum Qualifications for a Competitive Position shall be considered a Candidate for that Position. Employees, in Good Standing, who are Candidates within the Department or division that the Position resides in and who meet the Minimum and Preferred Qualifications (if any) of the Position will be included in the initial interview.

    Important Note to Applicants: Please be aware that the Job Posting Close Date reflects the final day to apply, but the posting will close at 11:59 PM the day before the date listed. All application steps, including attachments and submission, must be fully completed before that time.

    We also recommend that you save or print a copy of the job posting for your records. Once a posting has closed, it will no longer be viewable in the system.

    NOTE: All Austin Resource Recovery locations are tobacco-free. Use of tobacco products and/or e-cigarettes is not permitted on any ARR worksite - including parking lot or in any personal vehicle located on the premises.

    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.

    Closing Date/Time: 2025-11-22
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As employees gain experience, they may move into roles such as:

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  • Supervisory and Management Roles: These positions require leadership skills to manage teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain the efficiency of sanitation operations.

With the right experience, employees may even have the opportunity to transition into adjacent fields, such as public health, environmental conservation, or even business ownership related to waste management services. Some workers may pursue specialized licenses or certifications to enhance their expertise in handling specific types of waste or machinery.

 

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City government sanitation jobs are typically fast-paced and dynamic, requiring workers to respond to service requests, navigate tight schedules, and maintain high performance. These roles range from refuse collection to recycling coordination, often requiring a keen understanding of the city’s waste management infrastructure.

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  1. Certifications: Obtaining certifications in specialized areas such as hazardous waste management or environmental conservation can set employees apart from their peers and open doors to higher-paying positions.
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