Special Projects Associate

Block by Block•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Block by Block is seeking a Special Projects Ambassador to help make public spaces friendlier, safer, and cleaner. The role is active and performed entirely outdoors, with varied assignments in public spaces. Ambassadors professionally represent Block by Block and its customers, help visitors see that public spaces are well cared for, and take ownership of the experience of visitors, residents, workers, and people in the street population. Typical work includes circulating through assigned zones and performing manual or mechanical cleaning, using a large hot-water power unit for deep cleaning sidewalks, plazas, street furniture, and other areas, and operating large litter vacuums to collect litter, debris, or leaves. Ambassadors are expected to remain visible, interact in a friendly manner with the public, and use a smartphone app for activity and maintenance reports. The role pays $20.00 per hour.

Requirements

Valid Texas driver's license required.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be able to stand and move continuously during an eight-hour shift, with normal breaks; the qualifications section specifies continuous walking.
Must be able to work outdoors in all conditions using provided inclement-weather gear.
Must be able to speak, read, and write English to create basic reports.

Nice To Haves

Commercial driver's license preferred.
Basic tool skills and an understanding of how things work.
Enjoyment of active, outdoor work and interacting with people.

Responsibilities

Circulate through assigned work zones and complete manual and/or mechanical cleaning of items and spaces as needed.
Operate a large hot-water power unit to deep-clean sidewalks, plazas, street furniture, and other areas.
Operate large litter vacuums to collect litter, debris, and leaves.
Maintain a visible presence and interact in a friendly manner with people in the public space.
Use a smartphone app to report routine activities and maintenance issues.
Professionally represent Block by Block and its customers in public spaces.
Help ensure public spaces are well cared for and take ownership of the experience of visitors, residents, workers, and members of the street population.

Benefits

Medical insurance, with FSA and/or HSA options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Critical illness coverage.
Accident coverage.
Vacation, sick time and/or PTO where required by local requirements and contract agreements.
Paid leave where required by law.
Holidays and floating holidays where required by contract agreement.
Birthday pay, generally eligible after one year of service at most locations unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement.
Jury duty leave where required by law.
401(k) retirement savings plan.