For over 30 years, Vermont Compost has produced compost, potting soils, and eggs with a mission to enhance and protect the soil to help restore community food security.
We currently employ approximately twenty-five humans, about a thousand chickens, and a half dozen equines. Our tight-knit team provides over 3 million pounds of living soil per year to growers around New England and the US.
If you are interested in joining our workforce as our business continues to grow and evolve, please send your résumé and a brief cover letter to: jobs@vermontcompost.com.
We are currently seeking Production Crew Members:
This is an entry level position that provides room for professional growth to candidates actively seeking to expand their skill set. The Crew Member provides assistance to multiple departments including Fulfillment (packaging/palletizing soil products), Food Residuals (washing collection totes), and Egg Production (packaging). The Crew Member will operate mechanical packaging and wash system equipment in a safe and efficient manner. Additional duties may be assigned as needed.
Success in this role will require the ability to work effectively in a team environment, a willingness to work in various weather conditions, and the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting up to 50 lbs. Preferred qualifications for this position include two - five years of experience in production, warehouse and/or fulfillment operations, knowledge of heavy equipment and capabilities, and knowledge of mechanical systems and compost making practices; however, candidates with any combination of experience and skills likely to provide the skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position will be considered.
This is a full time position with a pay range of $18 - $22 per hour plus a generous benefits package including health and dental insurances; a Simple IRA retirement plan with company match; short and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; employee-pricing; and paid time off. Full time and seasonal positions may also be considered. The position is based in Montpelier, VT and most work will be performed during regular business hours, Monday - Friday.
We are also seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator:
The Heavy Equipment Operator is a member of the compost operations team and plays a critical role in the creation of our compost-based products and completion of various projects at our facilities.
The Heavy Equipment Operator will participate in moving compost feedstock, building and turning compost windrows, and transporting compost for production in a safe and efficient manner. Additional duties, including facility projects, may be assigned as needed. Success in this role will require 5 years of excavator, front end loader, dozer, and heavy duty truck (with 8LL transmission) experience, the ability to work effectively in a team environment, and a willingness to work in various weather conditions.
Preferred qualifications for this position include experience operating a roll-off truck, farming and forestry experience, earthwork/ road building/ grade management experience, and knowledge of compost making practices.
This is a full-time position with a pay range of $20 - $30 per hour plus a generous benefits package including health and dental insurances; a Simple IRA retirement plan with company match; short and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; an Employee Assistance Program; employee-pricing; and paid time off. Regular overtime available.
The position is based in Montpelier, VT and most work will be performed during regular business hours, Monday - Friday; work outside of regular business hours will occasionally be required.
To Apply: Please submit your application materials (resume and cover letter) to jobs@vermontcompost.com, or mail to Vermont Compost Company, 1996 Main Street, Montpelier, VT 05602.
Vermont Compost Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, HIV-positive status, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship status, veteran/military status, crime victim status, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all of VCC’s terms and conditions of employment.
