Join our locally owned fast-growing organics recycling company based in Rockville, MD. We're rescuing over 20 million pounds of unwanted food scraps from the landfill per year, helping to retain valuable nutrients by converting the food scraps into a rich soil amendment – compost. Compost Crew is the largest organic recycling company in our region, serving over 10,000 homes, businesses, communities and governments throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We're innovative leaders in the elimination of food waste, revitalization of our soil, and sustainability. At Compost Crew, you'll make a real difference in the well-being of our community and environment.
Position Overview
Do you enjoy working outdoors? Are you interested in a career diverting food waste from landfills? We're hiring a Composting Operator to perform composting operations at our innovative on-farm Compost Outposts located in Maryland and Virginia. As Composting Operator, you'll work closely with our Composting Operations Supervisor to turn food scraps from our customer base into nutrient-rich compost. Primary location is Dickerson, MD, with regional travel to sites throughout the DMV. This is a great opportunity for you if you want to build your career in sustainability while you earn competitive pay, gain full-time benefits and enjoy time for personal pursuits. You will work 30-40 hours per week. This is a regular full-time position with comprehensive benefits eligibility. Compensation: $18 – $19/hr.
Responsibilities
Assist in the construction of new Compost Outposts, including installation of supplies, equipment and site improvements
Perform weekly composting operations by following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as specified in the Compost Facility Operating Plan (CFOP), including
Facility set-up and breakdown
Complete decontamination procedures
Complete proper material monitoring and mixing with temperature, moisture, porosity, and bulk density recommendations
Complete aerated static pile (ASP) inputs and outputs, as well as passive aeration windrow turning
Compliance with health and safety requirements as specified in the Health and Safety Plan (HASP)
Recording composting operation metrics including feedstocks received, pile temperatures, Carbon to Nitrogen ratios, bay(s) used, moisture, working hours and notes
Compost sifting tasks and compost application/hauling
Maintenance of feedstocks including carbon feedstocks and nitrogen feedstocks (waste organics generated from our routing system)
Pre and post skid-steer checks and preventative maintenance procedures
Operate a skid-steer loader to perform compost mixing and movement tasks
Operate and drive a truck and trailer for skid steer or compost transport
Perform assigned maintenance tasks for equipment and vehicles
Comply with mandated certifications
Other responsibilities as assigned
Key Requirements
Ability to travel to sites throughout region on daily basis (no overnight travel required)
Access to reliable transportation to and from regional sites – public transportation and rideshares services are not viable options given location of sites
Ability to lift 60 pounds up to 200 times per day
At least 2 years related experience in environmental field, such as composting, farming and education
Effective listening skills
Clear communication and organizational skills
Disciplined adherence to procedures, instructions and assignments when working in team and working independent
Capable of performing multiple tasks safely and effectively with minimal supervision
Access to cell phone for reporting and communications
Attention to detail
Flexibility
Enthusiasm for the mission of protecting the planet and reducing waste
Collaboration and team skills
U.S-issued driver license in good standing
Clean driving record
Interest in becoming Compost Facility Operator (CFO) as certified by the State of Maryland or already CFO certified a plus
Commercial driver's license (CDL) a plus
Interest in continuing education in composting industry a plus
Tagged as: Renewable Energy/Sustainability
