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 accepting applications for Fulfillment & Food Residuals Crew Member!
The Fulfillment and Food Residual departments each play a critical role in the creation and distribution of our compost-based products. This position holds responsibilities in both departments, including collection of food scraps, distribution of totes, and bagging/palletizing products. This is an entry level position that provides room for professional growth to candidates actively seeking to expand their skill set.
Qualifications and Requirements: The Crew Member will participate in loading and unloading of materials, as well as operate a box truck (non-CDL), front end loaders, and mechanical packaging 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 60 lbs. and maneuvering heavy totes. A valid driver’s license is required.
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.
Compensation and Schedule: This is a full-time position starting at $18 per hour plus benefits, including health, dental and vision 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.
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.
