Weekend Waste Diversion Technician — Recycling Center

Town Of Erie; Erie (CO); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 38.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Free Erie Community Center membership

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Colorado Sick Leave

Descripción de la vacante

The Town of Erie Sustainability Division is seeking a part‑time Waste Diversion Technician to guide residents at the Erie Recycling Center, explain what can be recycled, and connect them with resources when needed.

This role supports zero‑waste initiatives at Town events, emphasizes environmental stewardship, and requires weekend availability with occasional weekday/evening shifts. Pay ranges from $22.05 to $27.56 per hour.

Formación

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• 1+ years of customer service experience.
• Recycling center/waste diversion experience (preferred).
• Excellent communication skills including phone, email, and in-person engagement.
• Independent worker with ability to develop and maintain relationships with public and staff.

Responsabilidades

• Provide guidance to Erie residents to ensure compliance with material quality standards and communicate contamination impacts.
• Engage facility users throughout the day, assist those with ADA needs, and provide site support.
• Conduct quality control of all received materials to reduce contamination (single stream, cardboard, yard waste, metal, compost, etc.).
• Maintain safe, clean drop-off areas and direct traffic as needed.
• Provide courteous, professional customer service at all times.
• Coordinate with the Sustainability Manager and Waste Division staff through regular communication.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Customer service

Communication skills

Independent worker

Self-directed

Educación

Bachelor's/Associate degree in sustainability or environmental services

Descripción del empleo

The Town of Erie Sustainability Division is seeking a part‑time Waste Diversion Technician to guide residents at the Erie Recycling Center, explain what can be recycled, and connect them with resources when needed.

This role supports zero‑waste initiatives at Town events, emphasizes environmental stewardship, and requires weekend availability with occasional weekday/evening shifts. Pay ranges from $22.05 to $27.56 per hour.