Current Openings
Residential Collection Driver, Hoboken, NJ (Part-Time)
Community Compost Company collects food scraps for composting in Hoboken, Jersey City, Newark, and the Hudson Valley of NY. We are a leader in the region for composting and are pioneering these programs in communities to keep food scraps out of the waste stream. The food scraps we collect are taken to local farms and converted into compost, which is then returned to the earth to replenish soil quality and support healthier plants. The finished compost is sold through our brand, Hudson Soil Company.
We are seeking a reliable, flexible, and environmentally minded person to serve as a backup driver for our compost collector position. As our Compost Collector, you’re in charge of picking up 5-gallon buckets and 48-gallon toters from our customers and simultaneously delivering clean bins to them. The position is approximately 12-20 hours per week, with the potential for more hours and growth with the company.
About the job
Starting Salary: $19-21/hr
Time Requirement: TBD (12-20hr/week)
Collection:
Residential and commercial door-to-door collection by flatbed truck with a liftgate
Use our database to access the route and enter information during collection
Field service requests from our customer support staff throughout your work day
Wash compost bins, organize and maintain inventory at our storage space in Hoboken
Table and community outreach at farmers markets, green fairs, and/or community events when available and appropriate
requirements
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting
Flexibility of schedule to fill in when needed
Ability to lift 40 pounds and roll equipment on wheels weighing up to 250 pounds
Desire to work outdoors in any weather situation
Valid Driver's License, at least 2 years of driving experience, and a clean driving record (we will do a background check)
Comfort driving a non-CDL truck, transit van, or similar vehicle, or willingness to learn
Professional driving experience for a delivery service or similar is strongly preferred
Comfort with basic technology - Tablets, Excel, Google Docs
Lives within close proximity to Hoboken and Jersey City
Be on time and show up when expected
Good problem solver with personal initiative
Passion for being part of a team
Ability to effectively communicate with customers when needed
Preferences:
Interest in environmental stewardship and composting, or the desire to learn more about these topics
Experience on a delivery route is a plus
Basic mechanical skills and knowledge of vehicle maintenance
Benefits:
Meaningful work
Mission Driven Co.
Paid training
Farm/food share (in season)
Clothing reimbursement
IRA match
