Field Operator jobs in Newton, MA

Garbage to Garden, Inc. is looking for enthusiastic, hard-working individuals to join our team as Field Operators (Route Drivers) to help us collect food scraps from the growing number of households and businesses composting with us.

Field Operators are trained to operate a truck and trailer on independent collection routes in the Greater Boston area. Are you someone who is ready to start early each day, work hard, and take pride in your daily accomplishments knowing you are making a difference in the world? Then this is the right position for you!

We offer:

• Consistent Monday through Friday schedule- Maintain a healthy work-life balance with a 4 day schedule!
• Competitive starting pay
• Benefits structure of a large corporation
• Family-like atmosphere of a local small business
• Opportunities for growth and prevailing wage positions

We’re looking for candidates with:

• Clean driving history- Safety is key! Our Route Drivers operate vehicles & equipment in accordance with Garbage to Garden Official Standards and safety rules, OSHA, and DOT as well as all local, state and federal laws
• Good communication skills- Operators complete pre & post trip inspections, follow route assignments as directed, and communicate regularly with Operations Manager and Dispatch
• Work ethic and integrity both independently and in team environments- We’re saving the planet after all!

Qualifications:

• Non-CDL/Standard Class C driving license with a clean driving record.
• Preferred: Experience operating a trailer is preferred but not required. We will teach!
• Preferred: Experience operating a vehicle requiring CDL / a valid Class A or B CDL is a plus!
• Must be at least 21 years of age and legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Capable motor coordination; arm, hand, legs.
• Able to exert physical effort in handling (pushing, pulling, lifting, etc.) objects more than 75 pounds frequently.

Our benefits package includes 100% employer paid medical insurance, plus dental and vision insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, paid holidays, paid time off, paid parental leave for all parents, wellness incentives, employee discounts, and an annual gear allowance.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 38 – 45 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday

Experience level:

• 1 year

Shift:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person