Compost Technician

Compost Queen PBC; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary composting service

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Compost Queen PBC, an award-winning public benefit corporation in Fort Collins, seeks part-time Compost Technicians. You will manage a fixed route, collect food scraps, and help process compost at partner farms, driving a light utility truck. Outdoor work requires reliability and a commitment to sustainability.

Start dates: Oct 26–Nov 2, 2026. Training covers 2–6 routes at $16/hr, rising to $16.50/hr after training, and up to $18/hr for tractor-certified staff.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds repeatedly.
• Available up to five weekdays, primarily Monday & Tuesday (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Drive an electric service route for residential accounts (6–8 hours per shift).
• Collect, weigh, and record food waste buckets.
• Safely unload materials at local farm processing sites.
• Assist with compost processing and quality control.
• Engage politely with customers and community members.

Skills

Outdoor work

Delivery/route driving

Physical endurance

Fluent English

Customer interaction

Job description

Application Deadline: October 23rd, 2026

Start Date: October 26, 2026 - November 2, 2026

Compost Queen PBC, an award-winning public benefit corporation based in Fort Collins, is hiring part time Compost Technicians to join our team at least Monday & Tuesday, with a potential for five days per week.

We are on a mission to fight climate change through food waste recycling and soil health. If you enjoy hands‑on, outdoor work and want to make an impact in your community, we’d love to meet you.

Position Overview

Compost Technicians are responsible for collecting food scraps from homes and businesses, transporting them safely, and helping process compost at our partner farms. You will “own” a fixed route on the same day(s) each week, driving one of our light utility trucks (Ford Rangers). This is a physical, outdoor role that requires reliability, attention to detail, and a commitment to sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Drive an electric service route for residential accounts (6–8 hours per shift).
• Collect, weigh, and record food waste buckets.
• Safely unload materials at local farm processing sites.
• Assist with compost processing and quality control.
• Clean and sanitize buckets.
• Perform manual decontamination of compost loads.
• Safely operate tractors and wheel loaders (full training provided).
• Engage politely with customers and community members.

Requirements

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Must have a valid driver’s license (no CDL required).
• No at fault accidents for the last three years while driving
• Ability to lift and carry 50–75 pounds repeatedly.
• Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Availability for up to five weekdays, minimum of Monday & Tuesday (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to work independently and unsupervised.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Tolerance of odors and physical labor.

Compensation & Growth

• Training Period (2-6 routes): $16/hr.
• Level I Technician: $16.50/hr after training.
• Compensation evaluation at 90 days.
• Compost Technician II (tractor-certified, fully independent): $18/hr.
• All employees receive complimentary composting service.
• Safety equipment provided: shirts, high visibility vest, sunscreen, eyewear, ear and head protection.

Why Join Compost Queen?

• Awarded Small Compost Manufacturer of the Year – U.S. Composting Council.
• Recipient of the Larimer County Environmental Stewardship Award.
• Work directly on the front lines of climate action in Northern Colorado.
• Join a passionate, mission-driven team improving soils and communities.

Start Date: October 26 - November 2, 2026

Equal Opportunity Statement

Compost Queen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment offers are contingent on verification of eligibility to work in the United States and a clean driving record.

We actively support fair chance hiring practices and believe that past justice involvement should not be a barrier to a new beginning. We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who are ready to work hard, grow, and make a difference.