Residential Collection Driver (NY)

Part-Time Residential Collection Driver 

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:

-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 Kerhonkson NY

- 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 Kerhonkson NY

-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

Job type: Part-time

Starting pay: from $19hr

Benefits:

• Meaningful work

• Mission Driven Co.

• Paid training

• Farm/food share (in season)

• Clothing reimbursement

• IRA match

Shift:

• Up to 8 hour shift

• Day shift 

• No nights

Work Days:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• 5941 route 209 Kerhonkson NY or within 15 miles of Kerhonkson:

• Must be a reasonable commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

Driving: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: Kerhonkson NY

To apply, send a copy of your resume, two references, and a brief note describing your interest to James@communitycompostco.com