Recycling Conservation Corps- Work Exp. & Edu. Prog. (Tehachapi Recycling Center)

Field Institute • Tehachapi, CA

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Cesar Chavez Environmental Corps (CCEC) is a division of the Farmworkers Institute of Education and Leadership Development (FIELD). FIELD is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 1978 by Farmworker leader Cesar E. Chavez, and is dedicated to strengthening America’s agricultural and rural communities through our Core Values of Opportunity, Excellence, Integrity, Innovation and Si Se Puede. FIELD carries out its mission through a continuum of educational and workforce development programs that assist underserved communities in achieving empowerment, self-sufficiency, and a better quality of life. FIELD has realigned our training and education to promote career pathways for adult learners. This includes work experience opportunities in Environmental Conservation, Energy, Education, Entrepreneurship and Civic Action.
DEFINITION
The Corpsmember supports projects at various sites located throughout Kern County and various California regions. This position is geared to develop hands-on job skills with the completion of contracted projects. The Corpsmember must be actively enrolled in an approved educational program in tandem with this role. This position is an on the job training program for one (1) year, with possibility of an extension for an additional year if requested and approved by CCEC management.

Requirements

• Must be between the ages of 18 to 25 at the time of hire
• Ability to communicate effectively and work with other team members in a positive manner
• Ability to exercise considerable tact and courtesy in frequent contact with the public
• Must be punctual and reliable
• Must be able to be physically engage, lift, push, pull up to of 50 pounds repeatedly, independently and throughout your entire work shift
• Must be able to walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for extended periods of time
• Must be willing to learn and operate a forklift
• Must be able to work during adverse weather and outdoor conditions (extreme heat and cold, wildlife, steep incline/uneven grounds, ect.)
• Must be enrolled in an approved educational program (high school, college, university, career technical, trade school, vocational school, ect.)
• Must attend class on a regular basis
• Must be enrolled in an approved educational program (high school, college, university, career technical, trade school, vocational school, ect.) or willing to enroll
• Must be attending class on a regular basis
• Must be able to pass a Health Screening report clearance before beginning work.
• Must be able to pass a Drug Test Screening.
• Must be able to travel as needed/required
• Must have reliable transportation
• Basic reading and writing skills
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or concerns from customers, employees/coworkers, supervisors, management, and other personnel

Nice To Haves

• Driving Experience preferred, but not required
• Valid CA Drivers License preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Collecting and sorting of CRV containers
• Collection of electronic waste
• Pickup and recycling of tires
• Community outreach and education on oil, CRV, electronic waste by passing out fliers, etc.
• Roadside cleaning
• Removal of litter and debris
• Landscape maintenance
• Removal of weeds and overgrowth
• Environmental restoration

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed