Autoline Technician

About AWR

Austin Wood Recycling (AWR) has rooted itself in service since 1987, cultivating a family-owned atmosphere in the pursuit of responsible stewardship of the land. Our goal is to give back to nature by recycling the collected materials from suburban and urban improvement projects using sustainable, environmentally friendly land-clearing practices. We strive to respect our natural resources by recycling all organic material; thereby reducing environmental strain and preventing landfill waste. By creating our line of premium Texas Native® landscape products from recycled organic materials, we’re proud to manufacture goods from a byproduct of development. And as the nation’s largest contract grinding company, the AWR family is committed to continued growth with Texas and our customers across the United States, using safe, environmentally sound construction and manufacturing methods; exceeding customer expectations by delivering on time, with friendliness and dependability.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general clean-up duties within the autoline production area.
• These duties include sweeping mulch & soil debris around production lines and within the production building.
• Safely and efficiently transport (via wheelbarrow or portable hopper) swept debris to proper trash receptacles along with any production supply trash (bags, strapping, other related debris).
• Assist in repair of broken pallets (hammer & nail to make repairs).
• Report all accidents and injuries, regardless of severity.
• Follow all standard operating procedures and processes related to general clean-up duties within the autoline production area.
• Safety gear is required and expected to be worn at all times (safety toe shoes/boots, vest, hard hat, & gloves).
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as required or assigned by management.

Job Qualifications

• Ability to work +/- 60 hours per week to include Saturdays with overtime (hours not guaranteed)
• Forklift/Spyder experience is preferred
• Bilingual a plus
• Must pass a drug screen
• Must be able to lift up to 70lbs
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and walk for short periods
• Must be able to bend and stoop throughout the workday (lifting mulch/soil bags, trash debris, etc)
• Must be able to climb and descend stairs and ladders
• Must be able to work outside for periods of time in all weather
• Must be able to work in a dusty environment (tolerate various types of work dust)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• 401K fully vested at year-one – max company match of 4% for team member deferrals of 5% or greater
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Bereavement Leave
• Educational Assistance for Industry-related Certifications

EEO Statement

Austin Wood Recycling is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.