Environmental Technician (Upper Marlboro, MD)

Grow Your Career at Compost Crew Join us at Compost Crew, a locally owned fast-growing organics recycling company based in Maryland. We inspire people to make food waste recycling part of everyday life through easy, reliable, and rewarding solutions. We're rescuing over 30 million pounds of unwanted food scraps from the landfill per year, helping to retain valuable nutrients by converting the food scraps into a rich soil amendment - compost. Compost Crew is the largest organic recycling company in our region, serving over 20,000 homes, businesses, communities and governments throughout Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. We're innovative leaders in the elimination of food waste, revitalization of our soil and sustainability. At Compost Crew, you'll enjoy a friendly work environment where you'll be treated with appreciation and respect. You'll make a real difference in the well-being of our community and environment as you help create a world where every scrap of food is rescued or recycled.Position OverviewDo you have a passion for the environment and sustainability? Are you interested in a career processing food scraps into high-quality soil amendment? We are hiring an Environmental Technician to perform composting operations at our innovative Compost Outposts located in Maryland. As Environmental Technician, you will work closely with Composting team members to turn food scraps from our customer base into nutrient-rich compost. You will have the chance to learn how to operate farm equipment/machinery as well as commercial vehicles. This is a great opportunity for you if you want to build your career in sustainability while you earn competitive pay. This is a full-time position of at least 30 hours per week with comprehensive benefits. Starting pay $19.00 - $20.00/hr.ResponsibilitiesPerform composting operations at our Compost Outpost:Perform weekly composting operations by following all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) as specified in the Compost Facility Operating Plan (CFOP), to include but not limited to:Facility set-up and breakdownComplete decontamination proceduresComplete proper material monitoring and mixing with temperature, moisture, porosity, and bulk density recommendationsComplete aerated static pile (ASP) inputs and outputs, as well as passive aeration windrow turning.Comply with health and safety requirements as specified in the Health and Safety Plan (HASP)Record and maintain composting operation metrics including, but not limited to; feedstocks received, pile temperatures, Carbon to Nitrogen ratios, bay(s) used, moisture, working hours, and any additional notes.Perform compost sifting tasks and coordinate compost application, purchases, and hauling as needed.Maintain feedstocks including carbon feedstocks and nitrogen feedstocks (waste organics generated from our routing system)Ability to learn how to complete pre and post skid-steer checks and preventative maintenance proceduresAbility to learn how to perform compost mixing and movement tasks with equipment/machineryAbility to learn how to operate and perform maintenance on equipment and vehicles including but not limited to; a front-end loader (FEL), skid-steer, sifter, conveyor, ASP system and pickup truck with trailer.Keep up to date with certifications required for and sponsored by Compost CrewAttend classes, seminars, conferences and other assigned educational activities to stay up-to-date on composting industry and innovation techniquesPerform composting operations tasks at other sites in region as neededSupport the Composting Division with any additional projects or tasksKey RequirementsProficient in English (both reading and writing)Ability to lift at 55 poundsCommitment to learn how to operate industrial and farm equipment and/or machineryEnthusiasm for the mission of protecting the planet and reducing wasteEffective listening skills.Clear communication and organizational skillsCapable of taking on multiple tasks with minimal supervisionAttention to detailFlexibility to adapt to a fast-changing work environmentTeam player willing to share and learn from other members of the team, and to learn from your peers' best practicesDisciplined adherence to procedures, instructions and assignments when working in team and working independentlySafety-first mindsetAbility to work with trash and food scrapsAbility to obtain DOT medical card & pass drug and alcohol test (company pays for exam & test)Proficient in Microsoft Office products, Google applications, spreadsheets, and other systems toolsAbility to travel to sites throughout region on occasional basis (no overnight travel required)Access to reliable transportation to and from regional sites - public transportation and rideshares services are not viable options given location of sitesAccess to cell phone for reporting and communicationsU.S.-issued driver's license in good standingClean driving recordAccess to personal vehicle for travel to Frederick location and regional travelAvailability for at least 6 hrs per daily Mon. - Fri., typically between 9 am - 5 pmAvailability for occasional work hours in very early morning, late afternoon and weekendsAvailability for occasional overtimeU.S. employment authorizationOther Helpful BackgroundExperience in an environmental field including composting, farming, environmental education and sales opportunitiesInterest in becoming a Compost Facility Operator (CFO) as certified by the State of Maryland and any other certifications as needed by local and State regulatory agencies. Already having a CFO certification is a plus.CDL licenseMotivation to learn how to drive commercial vehicles requiring DOT medical cardCompensation and BenefitsStarting pay $19 - $20/hrAt least 30 hours/weekTop-tier medical insurance with generous contribution for self and dependentsDental, vision, life, ADD and long-term disability insurance401k retirement planPaid Time Off/Paid holidaysEmployee Assistance ProgramSchedule:At least 6 hours daily Monday to FridayEEO EmployerLearn more about Compost Crew at:https://compostcrew.comDepartment: CompostingThis is a non-management position