Part-Time Compost Operator – Grow in Sustainability

Geotechnical-; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on training

Job summary

Compost Crew in Frederick, Maryland, is seeking a part-time Environmental Technician to support our composting operations at the Compost Outpost.

This 25-hour-per-week role runs 12–5 p.m., Monday–Friday, offering hands-on training in monitoring temperature and moisture, operating equipment, and maintaining records.

Starting pay is $19–$20 per hour, with safety and teamwork at the core of our community-focused recycling mission.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Ability to lift up to 55 pounds up to 50 times per day.
• U.S. employment authorization.

Responsibilities

• Monitor temperature and moisture and adjust per procedures.
• Learn to operate composting machinery and perform basic maintenance.
• Maintain a clean site and complete operational records per procedures and state regulations.
• Perform daily decontamination of food scrap feedstocks.
• Follow safety procedures and report hazards or equipment concerns.
• Assist with site improvement projects and other composting tasks.
• Communicate site conditions and updates to supervisors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Teamwork

Independent work

Driver's license

Safe driving record

Education

High school diploma or GED

Maryland Compost Facility Operator certification or interest

Tools

Farm equipment operation

Job description

Compost Crew in Frederick, Maryland, is seeking a part-time Environmental Technician to support our composting operations at the Compost Outpost.

This 25-hour-per-week role runs 12–5 p.m., Monday–Friday, offering hands-on training in monitoring temperature and moisture, operating equipment, and maintaining records.

Starting pay is $19–$20 per hour, with safety and teamwork at the core of our community-focused recycling mission.