Environmental Technician (Upper Marlboro)

Compost Crew, Inc., A Benefit Corporation; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental/vision insurance

401k retirement plan

Paid Time Off / Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Compost Crew, Inc. is hiring an Environmental Technician to support composting operations in Maryland. You will help process food scraps into high-quality soil amendment, learn to operate farm equipment and commercial vehicles, and contribute to a sustainability-focused mission.

This is a full-time on-site role with at least 30 hours per week and comprehensive benefits. Starting pay ranges from $19.00 to $20.00 per hour, with opportunities to grow as you gain experience and certifications.

Qualifications

• Proficient in English (reading and writing).
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds.
• Willingness to learn operate industrial equipment and vehicles.
• Safety-focused mindset and strong attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google apps.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly composting operations following SOPs.
• Set up and break down facilities and complete decontamination.
• Monitor and mix feedstocks with temperature, moisture, and density targets.
• Operate equipment such as skid-steer, FEL, sifter and conveyors.
• Maintain operation metrics and assist with composting tasks at multiple sites.

Skills

Proficient in English

Ability to lift 55 pounds

Team player

Safety-first mindset

Computer literacy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google applications

Job description

Environmental Technician (Upper Marlboro)

Location

Upper Marlboro Composting

Employment Type

Full time

Location Type

On-site

Department

Composting

Compensation

• Environmental Technician $19 – $20 per hour

Position Overview

Do you have a passion for the environment and sustainability? Are you interested in a career processing food scraps into high-quality soil amendment? We are hiring an Environmental Technician to perform composting operations at our innovative Compost Outposts located in Maryland. As Environmental Technician, you will work closely with Composting team members to turn food scraps from our customer base into nutrient-rich compost. You will have the chance to learn how to operate farm equipment/machinery as well as commercial vehicles. This is a great opportunity for you if you want to build your career in sustainability while you earn competitive pay. This is a full-time position of at least 30 hours per week with comprehensive benefits. Starting pay $19.00 - $20.00/hr.

Responsibilities

• Perform weekly composting operations by following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as specified in the Compost Facility Operating Plan (CFOP), to include but not limited to:
• 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.
• Comply with health and safety requirements as specified in the Health and Safety Plan (HASP)
• Record and maintain composting operation metrics including, but not limited to; feedstocks received, pile temperatures, Carbon to Nitrogen ratios, bay(s) used, moisture, working hours, and any additional notes.
• Perform compost sifting tasks and coordinate compost application, purchases, and hauling as needed.
• Maintain feedstocks including carbon feedstocks and nitrogen feedstocks (waste organics generated from our routing system)
• Ability to learn how to complete pre and post skid-steer checks and preventative maintenance procedures
• Ability to learn how to perform compost mixing and movement tasks with equipment/machinery
• Ability to learn how to operate and perform maintenance on equipment and vehicles including but not limited to; a front-end loader (FEL), skid-steer, sifter, conveyor, ASP system and pickup truck with trailer.
• Keep up to date with certifications required for and sponsored by Compost Crew
• Attend classes, seminars, conferences and other assigned educational activities to stay up-to-date on composting industry and innovation techniques
• Perform composting operations tasks at other sites in region as needed
• Support the Composting Division with any additional projects or tasks

Key Requirements

• Proficient in English (both reading and writing)
• Ability to lift at 55 pounds
• Commitment to learn how to operate industrial and farm equipment and/or machinery
• Enthusiasm for the mission of protecting the planet and reducing waste
• Effective listening skills.
• Clear communication and organizational skills
• Capable of taking on multiple tasks with minimal supervision
• Attention to detail
• Flexibility to adapt to a fast-changing work environment
• Team player willing to share and learn from other members of the team, and to learn from your peers’ best practices
• Disciplined adherence to procedures, instructions and assignments when working in team and working independently
• Safety-first mindset
• Ability to work with trash and food scraps
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card & pass drug and alcohol test (company pays for exam & test)
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, Google applications, spreadsheets, and other systems tools
• Ability to travel to sites throughout region on occasional 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
• Access to cell phone for reporting and communications
• U.S.-issued driver’s license in good standing
• Clean driving record
• Access to personal vehicle for travel to Frederick location and regional travel
• Availability for at least 6 hrs per daily Mon. - Fri., typically between 9 am - 5 pm
• Availability for occasional work hours in very early morning, late afternoon and weekends
• Availability for occasional overtime
• U.S. employment authorization

Other Helpful Background

• Experience in an environmental field including composting, farming, environmental education and sales opportunities
• Interest in becoming a Compost Facility Operator (CFO) as certified by the State of Maryland and any other certifications as needed by local and State regulatory agencies. Already having a CFO certification is a plus.
• CDL license
• Motivation to learn how to drive commercial vehicles requiring DOT medical card

Compensation and Benefits

• Starting pay $19 - $20/hr
• At least 30 hours/week
• Top-tier medical insurance with generous contribution for self and dependents
• Dental, vision, life, ADD and long-term disability insurance
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid Time Off/Paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

Schedule:

• At least 6 hours daily Monday to Friday

EEO Employer

Learn more about Compost Crew at:

https://compostcrew.com