2026 Zero Waste Gameday - Volunteer Football

Help make game day more sustainable before kickoff! Volunteers will work throughout tailgate areas to collect recyclables, engage with fans, and support UT’s Zero Waste Gameday efforts.  

Shift Timing  
The pregame shift begins 4 hours before kickoff and ends 30 minutes before kickoff. Your specific shift time is listed in GivePulse.  

Where to Meet  
Please arrive at The Rock landmark on campus, located at 1799 Volunteer Blvd.  

You will NOT be able to park here, and volunteers must either walk or arrange rides to and from The Rock.   

What to Bring & Wear  

• Pants and closed-toe shoes are required.  

• If you have a Zero Waste Gameday volunteer t-shirt from a previous game, please wear it!  

• Bring a water bottle   

• Disposable nitrile gloves will be provided.  

• Dress for outdoor work and changing weather conditions.   

During the Shift  

Volunteers will be walking, standing, and moving bags of recyclables throughout the shift. Please be prepared for physical outdoor work.  

 Volunteers will:  

• Collect aluminum cans from tailgate areas.  

• Engage with fans and encourage participation in Zero Waste Gameday.  

• Distribute recycling bags and explain that they are for aluminum cans only.  

• Help keep tailgate areas clean.  

• Bulk and consolidate filled recycling bags for collection.  

• Transport collected recyclables to the stadium loading dock for drop-off.  

Having Trouble Finding Us?  
If you have trouble locating the Zero Waste Gameday team at check-in, call or text 865-368-0291