Recycling Conservation Corps- Work Exp. & Edu. Prog.

Field Institute•Bakersfield, CA

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. 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
Must be comfortable working along highways and fast-moving vehicles
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
Basic reading and writing skills
Must be able to travel as needed/required
Must have reliable transportation

Nice To Haves

Driving Experience preferred
Valid CA Drivers License preferred

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
Highway roadside litter removal
Environmental restoration