City Of Irving: Delays Continue For Brush/Bulky Waste, Recycling Collections Through Summer

Press release from the City of Irving:

June 3, 2021

The City of Irving Solid Waste Services Department is experiencing a staffing shortage that has impacted all collection services, including trash, brush and bulky, and recycling. The city’s staffing issues correlate with a depleted workforce affecting markets across the United States. Irving is proactively recruiting to fill the necessary positions to maintain the high level of solid waste collection services residents have come to expect; however, at this point, the team does not have the people available to keep up with the demand. The February winter storm and resulting brush and bulk debris have compounded the issue.

The hard-working Solid Waste Services employees are feeling the impact of the additional collection needs as the team works to keep up with the demand.

As a result, residents will continue to experience collection delays delays throughout the summer.

Alternative Drop-Off Opportunity

The city understands that many residents may be planning home remodeling projects, get togethers with friends and family, and other activities throughout the summer that can impact the waste left at the curb. If trash, recycling or brush/bulky collection is delayed during any week this summer, residents are encouraged to either:

• Store trash and recycling materials until the next collection day.
• Drop off brush and bulky waste materials, household waste and recycling at the Hunter Ferrell Landfill, 110 E. Hunter Ferrell Road. Disposal drop off times are 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Drop-off availability is for residents only, and individuals are required to show proof of residency.

The city recognizes that this is not an ideal solution, but would rather be transparent about the issue so residents can adjust and enjoy the summer. The City of Irving thanks residents for their patience and understanding while the department works to resume normal operations as soon as possible.

For questions, call (972) 721-8059. Visit the Recycling Drop-Off Station and Brush and Bulky Waste Collection pages for details.

Actively Seeking Applicants

The City of Irving currently is seeking to fill multiple positions across the organization. Working for the City of Irving is a great opportunity for those seeking a career with competitive pay and benefits that is close to home and serves the community. View the Benefits summaries for employment with the city.

As a City of Irving employee, help make a difference in the lives of residents and positively impact the community.

To apply for a city position or to view other available employment opportunities, visit the City of Irving jobs page.

The City of Irving Solid Waste Services Department is experiencing a staffing shortage that has impacted all collection services, including trash, brush and bulky, and recycling. The city’s staffing issues correlate with a depleted workforce affecting markets across the United States. Irving is proactively recruiting to fill the necessary positions to maintain the high level of solid waste collection services residents have come to expect; however, at this point, the team does not have the people available to keep up with the demand. The February winter storm and resulting brush and bulk debris have compounded the issue.

The hard-working Solid Waste Services employees are feeling the impact of the additional collection needs as the team works to keep up with the demand.

As a result, residents will continue to experience collection delays delays throughout the summer.

The city understands that many residents may be planning home remodeling projects, get togethers with friends and family, and other activities throughout the summer that can impact the waste left at the curb. If trash, recycling or brush/bulky collection is delayed during any week this summer, residents are encouraged to either:

• Store trash and recycling materials until the next collection day.
• Drop off brush and bulky waste materials, household waste and recycling at the Hunter Ferrell Landfill, 110 E. Hunter Ferrell Road. Disposal drop off times are 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Sunday. Drop-off availability is for residents only, and individuals are required to show proof of residency.

The city recognizes that this is not an ideal solution, but would rather be transparent about the issue so residents can adjust and enjoy the summer. The City of Irving thanks residents for their patience and understanding while the department works to resume normal operations as soon as possible.

For questions, call (972) 721-8059. Visit the Recycling Drop-Off Station and Brush and Bulky Waste Collection pages for details.

The City of Irving currently is seeking to fill multiple positions across the organization. Working for the City of Irving is a great opportunity for those seeking a career with competitive pay and benefits that is close to home and serves the community. View the Benefits summaries for employment with the city.

As a City of Irving employee, help make a difference in the lives of residents and positively impact the community.

To apply for a city position or to view other available employment opportunities, visit the City of Irving jobs page.

This press release was produced by the City of Irving. The views expressed here are the author’s own.