Compost Yard Attendant

Provo City Corporation

United States

On-site

USD 47,000 - 69,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k matching

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Recreation center access

Library card

Golf discount

4/10 schedule

Job summary

Provo City is seeking a Compost Yard Attendant to operate yard equipment, assist customers with compost use, and maintain safety and records at the compost yard. You will verify residency, process payments, and help unload materials while ensuring efficient yard operations.

The role requires physical strength, adherence to safety protocols, and willingness to obtain forklift certification within six months.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience in courteous customer service, recordkeeping, and heavy equipment operation.
Must have physical strength and agility and effective communication.
Knowledge of safe use of hand tools and equipment.
Valid driver's license; CDL preferred.
Forklift certification within 6 months.
Composting, landscaping or gardening experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate loaders, grinders, trommel screens, compost turners, and other yard equipment to receive and process green waste, turn compost, and load finished compost into customer vehicles.
Greet customers, explain yard procedures and proper compost use, answer questions, sell compost, and process credit and debit card payments.
Verify municipal residency and prevent unauthorized use of the compost yard by landscapers, developers, contractors, and other ineligible users.
Inspect incoming loads, estimate and record the type and volume of yard waste, reject contaminated or unapproved materials, and direct customers to another facility when needed.
Help customers unload materials and maintain safe traffic and service areas throughout the compost yard.
Monitor compost windrows each day; record temperatures and turn or adjust the material as needed to maintain proper oxygen, moisture, and temperature.
Clean, inspect, maintain, and repair tools, containers, machinery, and compost equipment, including welding and fabricating replacement parts when needed.
Identify unsafe conditions, fires, equipment problems, accidents, injuries, and property damage; stop work when necessary and report issues immediately to the appropriate supervisor.
Maintain accurate yard records, operating logs, sales files, and required regulatory forms.
Follow all safety, operating, and environmental requirements and assist other municipal solid waste staff with related duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Heavy equipment operation

Recordkeeping

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Front loader

Forklift

Grinders

Trommel screens

Job description

Position Title: Compost Yard Attendant

Job Posting Closing Date: 08/30

Job Details

What is the compensation package?

Pay Rate: (G23) $22.44 - $33.31 per hour (depending on experience)

Provo City offers generous employer-paid health insurance; retirement and pension plans, including 401k and 401k matching; paid leaves, including vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, and parental leaves; educational assistance; competitive pay; and regular review of compensation practices to remain competitive with the market.

free use of the Provo Recreation Center and Peaks Ice Arena

a Provo Library card

50% off green fees at Timpanogos Golf Course

a 4/10 work schedule

others

What are the main duties?

Operate loaders, grinders, trommel screens, compost turners, and other yard equipment to receive and process green waste, turn compost, and load finished compost into customer vehicles.

Greet customers, explain yard procedures and proper compost use, answer questions, sell compost, and process credit and debit card payments.

Verify municipal residency and prevent unauthorized use of the compost yard by landscapers, developers, contractors, and other ineligible users.

Inspect incoming loads, estimate and record the type and volume of yard waste, reject contaminated or unapproved materials, and direct customers to another facility when needed.

Help customers unload materials and maintain safe traffic and service areas throughout the compost yard.

Monitor compost windrows each day; record temperatures and turn or adjust the material as needed to maintain proper oxygen, moisture, and temperature.

Clean, inspect, maintain, and repair tools, containers, machinery, and compost equipment, including welding and fabricating replacement parts when needed.

Identify unsafe conditions, fires, equipment problems, accidents, injuries, and property damage; stop work when necessary and report issues immediately to the appropriate supervisor.

Maintain accurate yard records, operating logs, sales files, and required regulatory forms.

Follow all safety, operating, and environmental requirements and assist other municipal solid waste staff with related duties as assigned.

What are the minimum requirements?

High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

Any combination of education or experience that demonstrates an ability to perform courteous customer service, proper recordkeeping, and heavy equipment operation.

Must have physical strength and agility enough to perform the work, ability to follow directions, and be able to effectively communicate.

Knowledge of the safe use of hand tools and equipment.

A valid, lawful Driver License.

Front loader experience and/or possession of a Commercial Driver License preferred.

Forklift Certification required within 6 months of hire.

Composting, landscaping, or gardening experience preferred.

What is the selection process?

Applications will be reviewed in the order they are submitted, with the first screening being held on August 31, 2026.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Why Provo City?

Provo is a strong, community-centered city with thriving neighborhoods, dedicated residents, and a deep tradition of service and innovation. We build on these strengths by making city government more transparent and efficient, expanding diverse and affordable housing, revitalizing local business districts, and investing in smarter infrastructure and transportation. By planning growth thoughtfully and managing resources responsibly, we maintain a future for Provo that is vibrant, connected and welcoming for families, students, seniors, and business for generations to come. All of this makes Provo well-managed, friendly, economically vibrant, and livable for people at all stages of life. Visit provo.gov to learn more!

Provo City is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Provo City provides Equal Employment Opportunity under the law to all applicants and employees regarding all terms and conditions of employment regardless of sex, race, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy and related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristics.

Provo City also adheres to Federal and State anti-discrimination law and will make reasonable accommodations during the application, selection, and employment process for individuals with disabilities unless those accommodations impose an undue hardship on the City.

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