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Yard Assistant and Equipment Maintenance

Delta Compost is seeking someone who is dependable and willing to pitch in to make our compost facility the best it can be. Our facility is hot in the summer and can be stinky - but we have fun and are proud that we turn the gnarly stuff into awesome compost. We are looking for a team member willing to help us keep all our equipment maintained and clean, learn about making compost and help monitor and build piles and assist with a variety of projects at our facility and occasionally make compost deliveries. We are a growing company and there are always opportunities to learn more and grow with us. 

Must be able to lift heavy objects and work outdoors year-round. 

This position may include but is not limited to: 

  • Equipment cleaning daily and maintenance when needed (familiar with tools and some mechanic work preferred) 
  • Assisting with composting process as needed:
    – Helping monitor compost piles 
    – Picking up trash around the facility 
    – Add moisture to pile when needed (involves dragging hoses, starting pumps etc) 
  • Assisting with operating irrigation system 
  • Assisting with operating Dewatering unit 
  • Learning to operate tractor and wheel-loaders 
  • Other projects as needed 

Job Benefits: 

  • Full-time/year round 
  • Salary range: $18-$22/hour DOE 
  • We provide work boots, shirts and hoodies 
  • Employee Discount 
  • Health Insurance (plus dental and vision) 
  • Paid Time-off 
  • Paid training 
  • Day Shift: Monday-Friday 
  • Weekend Availability 
  • Overtime Availability 

Required: 

  • High School or Equivalent (Required) 
  • Driver’s License (Required) 
  • Must be 18 years old 
  • Background check and drug test required 

Delta Compost is a growing company in the growing field of compost manufacturing. We are a small, hard-working crew that takes care of our employees. Learn more about our company at Deltacompost.com 

If you are interested in applying for this position. Fill out this application and send it to . Feel free to add reasons why you’d like to work for us in the body of your email. 

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 Delta Compost is located at 11289 Doughspoon Road, Delta, Colorado