Recycling & Waste Diversion Technician

Town-of-Erie; Erie (CO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Community Center membership

EAP access

Sick leave accrual

Job summary

The Town of Erie is seeking a part-time Waste Diversion Technician to be a local recycling expert at the Recycling Center. You will provide friendly customer service to residents and help them understand what can be recycled while connecting them with additional resources.

You’ll support zero-waste initiatives at Town events, assist ADA needs, and perform quality control on materials to prevent contamination. Weekend availability is required, with occasional weekday/evening shifts.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Excellent communication with residents via phone, email, and in person.
• Ability to assist ADA needs and guide community members.
• Bachelor's or associate degree in sustainability or environmental services.

Responsibilities

• Guide Erie residents on material quality standards and contamination impacts.
• Engage with facility users throughout the day to educate and assist.
• Perform quality control of materials including single stream, cardboard, yard waste, scrap metal, and compost.
• Maintain Recycling Center drop-off area and direct traffic safely.
• Provide courteous customer service and coordinate with Sustainability Manager and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Public engagement

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in sustainability or environmental services

Job description

The Town of Erie is seeking a part-time Waste Diversion Technician to be a local recycling expert at the Recycling Center. You will provide friendly customer service to residents and help them understand what can be recycled while connecting them with additional resources.

You’ll support zero-waste initiatives at Town events, assist ADA needs, and perform quality control on materials to prevent contamination. Weekend availability is required, with occasional weekday/evening shifts.