Sustainable Waste Collection Technician

About us

Black Bear Composting is a green business focused on collecting and composting food scraps, yard trimmings and other compostables. The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about recycling, composting, the environment and local agriculture. We're a small company so we all share the responsibilities of collecting materials from our customers, processing them at our outdoor facility in Crimora and delivering the finished product. This is an outdoor, all-weather, year-round business. Hours are Monday-Friday 7-3ish

Responsibilities:

• Safely operate a 16' stake body truck
• Assist driver on rear-load waste truck, train to drive
• Servicing commercial accounts (businesses, schools, organizations) and residential subscribers
• Delivering finished compost in small quantities
• Inspecting, weighing and processing of inbound materials
• Washing carts
• Follow designated routes for efficient and timely collections and delivery of goods
• Ensure all necessary paperwork, such as delivery receipts or logbooks, are completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and regulations while operating the vehicle.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the vehicle to ensure a safe and professional appearance.
• Communicate effectively with customers or clients to provide excellent customer service.

Requirements:

• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Previous experience as a driver, preferably in a courier or route driving role.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow directions accurately.
• Excellent time management skills to ensure timely collections
• Ability to move heavy items on wheels when necessary.
• Commitment to safety of self and others
• Ability to use GPS for navigation
• Managing potentially heavy wheeled-carts
• Good problem solving skills
• Works well individually and as part of a team
• Enjoys hands-on work for a great cause
• References

Pay and Benefits:

• Starting pay is $17.25/hr, increase to $18.25/hr after 6 months
• With CDL B license, starting pay is $19.25/hr, increase to $20.25/hr after 6 months
• Pay reviews every 6 months
• Eligible for 4 day work weeks after first year
• Paid-time off
• Retirement plan
• Medical benefits
• Free compost
• Work in a small-company environment where you are respected and appreciated by your colleagues and customers
• The satisfaction of doing a job that benefits the environment and our community

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.25 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training

Application Question(s):

• What interests you about this job?

Ability to Commute:

• Crimora, VA 24431 (Required)

Work Location: In person