Compost Attendant I
About The Position
This is a hands-on position in the Compost department at our Wayne County location in Wolcott, NY. The Equipment Operator/ Compost Attendant l is the entry-level Compost Attendant position to learn and become familiar with the Kreher compost and fertilizer facilities, machinery, and equipment, and to perform under direct supervision, the operation and cleaning of composting equipment. The goal is to assist in safely and efficiently processing manure into compost. The secondary responsibility is to assist with keeping equipment in top condition through cleaning and basic preventative maintenance. The Compost Attendant I will work with the Compost Attendant II and Compost Team Leader to begin learning how to fix compost machinery and to learn the operation of a skid steer and payloader, under direct supervision.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required.
- Strong aptitude for operating equipment (Payloader, Skid steer, dump truck).
- Excellent organizational skills.
- A high degree of initiative.
- Able to work independently when proficient with job duties.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working on a farm.
- Experience working with machinery.
- Class B Driver's license preferred.
Responsibilities
- Operation and cleaning of composting equipment under direct supervision.
- Assist in safely and efficiently processing manure into compost.
- Assist with keeping equipment in top condition through cleaning and basic preventative maintenance.
- Learn how to fix compost machinery.
- Learn the operation of a skid steer and payloader, under direct supervision.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurances
- 401K eligibility after 1 year
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Referral Program
- Free farm-fresh eggs each week!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
