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Front Door Waste Technician - Greater Austin, TX Area

Front Door Waste Technician - Greater Austin, TX Area

CortlandAustin, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Front Door Waste Technician

At Cortland, we operate with a forward-thinking approach that challenges conventional norms and actively seeks insights beyond traditional industry boundaries. As a recognized leader in the multifamily sector, our focus on performance, innovation, and disciplined execution continues to drive strong growth and market leadership. We are committed to building a best-in-class organization by empowering top talent with the resources, autonomy, and support needed to deliver results and advance their careers in a high-performance environment.

Role Overview

As a Front Door Waste Technician, you manage the Cortland Front Door Program of a multimillion dollar, multifamily apartment home.

The Rule Follower

  • Clean area around accidental waste spills, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies
  • Adhere to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner
  • Follow all required safety policies and procedures
  • Report and take pictures during work shift via a smart phone application; log start and end time of valet service with a mobile app
  • Interact with customers, management, and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes receive service in a timely and professional manner

The Caretaker

  • Monitor for evidence of unacceptable waste at all times
  • Unload the truck or trailer into onsite waste containers and safely operate the packing mechanism to activate onsite trash compactors when applicable
  • Clean waste from around the compactor or dumpster area and safely clear obstructing debris from the compactor as needed
  • Walk distances and climb flights of stairs for periods of time to deliver valet trash services
  • Climb in and out of the cab of the vehicle or walk alongside to load refuse, waste, and recycling; lift and carry trash and recycling bags and other items weighing up to 50 pounds to the truck or trailer for transportation
  • The Clean Freak

  • Collect waste bags from apartment home communities
  • Place waste bags into leak-proof hampers or trash cart
  • Transfer waste from hamper / cart into designated vehicle provided by the property
  • Dispose of all waste bags into the compactor onsite
  • Remove waste from dog pods, common areas, poolside, and mail kiosks; replace trash bags
  • Check surrounding doorstep areas, sidewalks, and parking lots for loose trash and collect it
  • The Impact You Can Make

  • Your community looks perfect. Common areas are spotless, the grounds are beautiful, and curb appeal is worthy of a magazine cover.
  • Residents are eager to spend more and more time in their common areas and are proud to call your community home.
  • Residents are so used to your friendly greetings every day, they treat you like part of the family.
  • Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Strong year of experience in waste industry or service-focused environment
  • Knowledgeable of pertinent laws including EPA and OSHA regulations
  • Proficiency in English; bilingual is a plus
  • Ability to interact with residents, workers, and staff professionally and enthusiastically
  • Ability to read, interpret, and apply written instructions for repair and maintenance of equipment
  • Capability to operate a motor vehicle and drive locally to properties as needed
  • Capacity to work outdoors and willingness to work / drive in changing weather conditions
  • Ability to climb stairs, walk distances, and be exposed to unfriendly odors
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to work day, weekend, and evening hours as required
  • Current, valid Class E driver's license
  • Ownership of a smartphone (Android 2.2 or iPhone iOS 4.3OS or newer) with a data plan and a valid email address to send and receive documentation
  • About Cortland

    Founded in 2005, Cortland is an international, vertically integrated multifamily real estate investment, development, and management firm with a resident-centric approach to living experiences. Recognized as one of the top 10 multifamily owners and operators in the US, Cortland combines in-house design, construction, and operations to deliver value and innovation across its portfolio.

    Join us as we reimagine apartment living and drive outsized returns through purpose, performance, and people.

    Cortland is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud to support and celebrate diversity in the workplace. We are committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a disability and need an accommodation or assistance with the application process and / or using our website, please email Careers@cortland.com

    Cortland is a drug-free workplace.

    Cortland participates in e-verify to verify the employment status of all persons hired to work in the United States.

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