CRV Ambassador

Retail Marketing Services Inc; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

A recycling outreach organization is seeking a CRV Ambassador in Paramount, California, to educate and inspire the community about recycling efforts. Responsibilities include organizing recycling events, engaging with the community, and promoting a donation-based program. The ideal candidate is tech-savvy, able to lift up to 50 pounds, and enjoys working in various weather conditions. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Available at least 3 shifts per week (minimum of 2 days between Friday, Saturday, and Sunday).
• Can use smartphone or tablet to record work after each shift.
• Have reliable transportation to designated events.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute recycling events and campaigns.
• Engage with community members to promote donation-based programs.
• Distribute promotional materials at events to increase visibility.

Skills

Community engagement

Tech-savviness

Communication

Multi-lingual

Job description

Benefits:

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

CRVCONNX is a workforce development project funded by CalRecycle. The CRV CONNX program is scheduled to continue through Spring 2026.

CRV CONNX is looking to hire a CRV Ambassador to undergo comprehensive training and work across all aspects of our CRV Project Operations.

As a CRV Ambassador, your primary responsibility is to educate, inspire, and mobilize the community about recycling efforts, specifically focusing on our CRV donation-based program. You will engage with the public through events, social media, and various outreach initiatives to promote participation in recycling and highlight the benefits of our donation program.

Out in the field: Your responsibilities include engaging the community with our new CRV project and its positive impact to the industry by answering questions, addressing concerns, and promoting the benefits of participating in our CRV donation-based program. This outreach includes community fairs, workshops, grocery stores, and customer events. Most importantly, you will foster relationships with local businesses, residents, grocers, and organizations to expand program awareness and support.

The ambassador must be tech-savvy. This position will educate the community on using the donation-based App by assisting with its set-up and functions.

At the Hub: Be an active marketing committee member and participate in social media platforms to promote recycling initiatives, events, and success stories related to CRV CONNX. Prepare regular reports and evaluations to assess the effectiveness of outreach efforts and inform future strategies. Support team with other duties to ensure compliance with CRV regulations and protocols for handling, sorting, tracking, and aggregating recyclable materials.

Summary of Responsibilities (not comprehensive of all tasks):

Responsibilities

· Along with the CRV Project Coordinator, you will plan, organize, and execute recycling events, collection drives, and awareness campaigns in collaboration with our customers, community partners, and stakeholders.

· Be part of the marketing committee, and participate in social media platforms to promote recycling initiatives, events, and success stories related to CRV CONNX.

· Actively engage with community members to answer questions, address concerns, and promote the benefits of participating in our CRV donation-based program.

· Distribute promotional materials at community events, local businesses, and public spaces to increase visibility and participation.

Qualifications:

· You're 18 years or older.

· Multi-lingual preferred

· Are available at least 3 shifts per week (must be available a minimum of 2 days between Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)

· Can use your smartphone or tablet to record work after each shift

· Have reliable transportation to shifts (designated events).

Physical Demands

· Employees may occasionally experience prolonged periods of sitting at a desk, standing at the Hub’s sorting tables, or standing at events.

· Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.

· May work evening or weekend hours to accommodate activities such as servicing RVM machines or participating in events.

· Ability to work effectively in varying weather conditions (rain, heat, cold, etc.)

· Enjoy working in a friendly work environment with a great team dedicated to saving the planet through recycling and serving the grocery industry.

Retail Marketing Services, Inc (RMS, Inc) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.