Lead Organics Recycling Technician - Compost Operations

Compost Crew A Benefit Corporation; Upper Marlboro (MD); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical insurance

Dental, vision, life, ADD and long‑ter

401k retirement plan

Paid Time Off/Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Schedule: 7am‑4pm Mon-Fri

Job summary

Compost Crew A Benefit Corporation in Upper Marlboro, MD, is hiring a Lead Organics Recycling Associate/Organics Recycling Associate to lead or assist composting operations at our Compost Outposts. You will help turn food scraps from our customers into high-quality, nutrient-rich compost and support the growth of a community-focused recycling site.

The role offers a stable schedule 7 am–4 pm, Monday to Friday, with pay starting at $20–$25 per hour and a benefits package including medical,

Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for the mission of protecting the planet and reducing waste.
• Knowledge of composting principles, science, methods and processes
• At least 1 year experience in related field such as composting, agriculture or commercial production
• Task leadership and work direction ability
• Safety-first orientation
• Detail-orientation
• Problem-solving skills
• Disciplined adherence to instructions and procedures
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• U.S.-issued driver’s license in good standing
• Clean driving record
• Ability to obtain DOT medical card & pass drug/alcohol test (company pays for exam & test)
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent
• Ability to lift 60 pounds up to 200 times per day
• Access to reliable transportation - public transportation and rideshare services are not viable options
• U.S. employment authorization

Responsibilities

• Manage the composting process by checking key vitals and then adjusting process controls to maintain an optimal environment for our aerobic microbes.
• Operate and perform basic preventative maintenance on composting machinery
• Maintain site conditions and records in accordance with State regulatory requirements
• Perform daily decontamination of food scrap feedstocks from our collections routes
• Serve as safety role model and follow safety procedures
• Manage and execute site improvement projects
• Communicate site conditions and status with supervisors

Skills

Leadership

Composting knowledge

Driver's license

Safety-conscious

Problem-solving

Team player

Detail oriented

Physical ability

US work authorization

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Compost Crew A Benefit Corporation in Upper Marlboro, MD, is hiring a Lead Organics Recycling Associate/Organics Recycling Associate to lead or assist composting operations at our Compost Outposts. You will help turn food scraps from our customers into high-quality, nutrient-rich compost and support the growth of a community-focused recycling site.

The role offers a stable schedule 7 am–4 pm, Monday to Friday, with pay starting at $20–$25 per hour and a benefits package including medical,