CURRENT OPENINGS
Residential Collection Driver, Kerhonkson, NY (Part-Time)
Community Compost Company collects food scraps for composting in Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and the Hudson Valley of NY. We are a leader in the region for composting and are pioneering these programs in communities to keep food scraps out of the waste stream. The food scraps we collect are taken to local farms and converted into compost, which is then returned to the earth to replenish soil quality and support healthier plants. The finished compost is sold through our brand, Hudson Soil Company.
We are seeking a reliable, flexible, and environmentally minded person to serve as a backup driver for our compost collector position. As our Compost Collector, you’re in charge of picking up 5-gallon buckets and 48-gallon toters from our customers and simultaneously delivering clean bins to them. The position is approximately 10-14 hours a week, Thursdays and Fridays, but could increase in hours based on the expansion of the route or need for coverage.
About the Job
Starting Salary: $19-21/hr
Time Requirement: Thursday & Friday (10-14hr/week)
Collection:
Drive a pick-up truck to perform residential door-to-door food scrap collection in the Hudson Valley
Wash compost bins, clean, organize, and ensure equipment is labeled and in good condition
Access and use our database through a provided mobile device to enter weights and other information during collection
Remove contamination of food waste dropped
Routinely check and maintain compost vehicles (gas, oil, water, fluids, tire pressure)
Maintain clean collection vehicles and remove trash and personal items from collection vehicles after each route
Requirements:
Valid Driver's License
Clean driving record (we will perform a background check)
Comfort driving trucks safely in rural and urban environments
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, maneuver wheeled bins of compost weighing up to 250 lbs., and be outside in all weather conditions (we operate year-round)
Comfort with some technology - Tablets, Excel, Google Docs
Be on time and show up when expected
Good problem solver with personal initiative
Passion for being part of a team; experience on teams
Preferences:
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting, or the desire to learn more about these topics
Experience on a delivery route is a plus
Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of vehicle maintenance
Benefits:
Meaningful work
Mission Driven Co.
Paid training
Farm/food share (in season)
Clothing reimbursement
IRA match
To apply, send a copy of your resume, two references, and a brief note describing your interest to James@communitycompostco.com
Residential Collection Driver, Hoboken, NJ (Part-Time)
Community Compost Company collects food scraps for composting in Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and the Hudson Valley of NY. We are a leader in the region for composting and are pioneering these programs in communities to keep food scraps out of the waste stream. The food scraps we collect are taken to local farms and converted into compost, which is then returned to the earth to replenish soil quality and support healthier plants. The finished compost is sold through our brand, Hudson Soil Company.
We are seeking a reliable, flexible, and environmentally minded person to serve as a backup driver for our compost collector position. As our Compost Collector, you’re in charge of picking up 5-gallon buckets and 48-gallon toters from our customers and simultaneously delivering clean bins to them. The position is approximately 12-20 hours per week, with the potential for more hours and growth with the company.
About the job
Starting Salary: $19-21/hr
Time Requirement: TBD (12-20hr/week)
Collection:
Residential and commercial door-to-door collection by flatbed truck with a lift-gate
Use our database to access the route and enter information during collection
Field service requests from our customer support staff throughout your work day
Wash compost bins, organize and maintain inventory at our storage space in Hoboken
Table and community outreach at farmers markets, green fairs, and/or community events when available and appropriate
Requirements
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting
Flexibility of schedule to fill in when needed
Ability to lift 40 pounds and roll equipment on wheels weighing up to 250 pounds
Desire to work outdoors in any weather situation
Valid Driver's License, at least 2 years of driving experience, and a clean driving record (we will do a background check)
Comfort driving a non-CDL truck, transit van, or similar vehicle, or willingness to learn
Professional driving experience for a delivery service or similar is strongly preferred
Comfort with basic technology - Tablets, Excel, Google Docs
Lives within close proximity to Hoboken and Jersey City
Be on time and show up when expected
Good problem solver with personal initiative
Passion for being part of a team
Ability to effectively communicate with customers when needed
Preferences:
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting, or the desire to learn more about these topics
Experience on a delivery route is a plus
Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of vehicle maintenance
Benefits:
Meaningful work
Mission Driven Co.
Paid training
Farm/food share (in season)
Clothing reimbursement
IRA match
To apply, send a copy of your resume, two references, and a brief note describing your interest to James@communitycompostco.com
Commercial Collection Driver, Kerhonkson, NY
Community Compost Company collects food scraps for composting in Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and the Hudson Valley of NY. We are a leader in the region for composting and are pioneering these programs in communities to keep food scraps out of the waste stream. The food scraps we collect are taken to local farms and converted into compost, which is then returned to the earth to replenish soil quality and support healthier plants. The finished compost is sold through our brand, Hudson Soil Company.
About the job
Starting Salary: $22-25/hr
Time Requirement: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday (21-28hr/week)
Drive a truck to perform commercial door-to-door food scrap collection
Haul material from NJ, Hoboken DPW to Kerhonkson compost site
Wash compost bins, clean, organize, and ensure equipment is labeled
Access and use our database through a mobile device to enter weights and other information during collection and at the farm
Removing contamination of food waste dropped
Routinely check and maintain compost vehicles (fuel, oil, water, fluids, tire pressure)
Maintain clean collection vehicles: washing inside after emptying the truck, and removing trash and personal items from collection vehicles after each route
Weekly inventory and assessment of collection equipment, and requesting items that need to be replenished
Maintain the organization of collection materials in the barn
Requirements
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting, or the desire to learn more about these topics
Valid Driver's license
Minimum 6 months driving experience of a non-CDL box truck, dump truck, garbage truck, or other large vehicles
Comfortably drive trucks safely in rural and urban environments
Clean driving record
Ability to lift 50 pounds, maneuver wheeled bins of compost weighing up to 250 lbs., and be outside in all weather conditions (we operate year-round)
Be on time and show up when expected
Good problem solver with personal initiative
Passion for being part of a team, experience on teams
Preferences
Experience on a delivery route is a plus
Familiarity with DOT safety regulations is a plus
Comfort with some technology - Tablets, Excel, Google Docs
Flexible schedule that would allow for covering routes on different days of the week
Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of vehicle maintenance preferred
Benefits:
Meaningful work
Mission Driven Co.
Paid training
Farm/food share (in season)
Clothing reimbursement
IRA match
To apply, send a copy of your resume, two references, and a brief note describing your interest to James@communitycompostco.com
