Come work with us!
We're a small business always looking for new people who want to join the team! At this time we are actively hiring a Route Driver and a Warehouse Logistics, Bin Washer.
If you are interested in joining the team, email your resume and a brief introduction to Dale@CompostNashville.org.
Currently Hiring:
Route Driver
Nashville, TN | Full-Time / Part-Time
Compensation
Join a small, consistent team that provides professional growth and a positive impact on our community.
Compost Nashville provides compost collection services to the residents and businesses of the greater Nashville area. We are seeking hardworking and reliable drivers to collect compostable materials from our customers. We offer competitive pay with quarterly raises within the first year. Driving experience is required. A CDL license is not required, but Class D F Endorsement must be obtained within 30 days of employment. The F Endorsement test is 35 multiple-choice questions, and the company will reimburse your test fee.
Job Description:
As a route driver, you will navigate a company-owned vehicle (a sprinter van or 24ft stake-bed truck) on a predefined route to collect compostable materials from our customers. At each stop, you will replace the customer's compost bin with a clean empty bin, weigh the material, and log this data in our software. At the end of the day, you are responsible for helping to unload your vehicle and prepare it for the next work day. We do our best to keep your schedule between 8 am-5 pm, but occasionally traffic and weather conditions can have you on the road a little later.
You'll be responsible for the following:
- Managing/driving your route safely and efficiently (using our custom software on a company iPad)
- Collecting and weighing customer compost and replacing their bin(s) with clean empty bin(s)
- Communicating effectively to give our customers the great service they've come to love and know
Applicants Must
- Be 21 years or older
- Have a clean driving record
- Pass a background check (no felony/misdemeanor)
- Have an F Endorsement on their driver's license (or obtain it within 30 days of employment)
- Be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Be able to climb stairs
- Be punctual for scheduled shifts
- Be comfortable working alone
- Be committed to detail and safety
- Be willing to work in all weather conditions
- Have a smartphone with internet access (an iPad will be provided for routes, but you will need your cell phone to access internal company apps - i.e. to clock in, view schedule, etc)
Benefits:
- Quarterly raises within the first year
- Paid time off
- Time and a half holiday pay
- Referral program
- Coffee & snacks
- Health Supplement
- You will be a part of a small team where your work truly makes a difference
- Opportunities for growth in a small startup environment
- Open to applicants who do not have a college degree
To Apply: Email Dale@CompostNashville.org with your resume and a brief introduction. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
About Compost Nashville:
Our mission is to grow food not landfills. Compost Nashville provides compost collection services to the residents and businesses of the greater Nashville area. We divert over 30,000 pounds of food waste from the landfill in an average week. This helps relieve local landfills and reduce methane emissions into the atmosphere. The collected materials are converted into nutrient rich compost soil, which our customers receive twice a year. We also donate compost to local farms and partner with businesses to educate our community about sustainability.
Our Core Values:
- Prioritize People - We provide amazing customer experiences by paying attention to the details, working creatively, and bringing enthusiasm to every interaction.
- Leave it better than you found it - We are advocates, passionate about environmental stewardship and accountable for our impact on this planet
- Cultivate Community - We work with our neighbors and give back. We are of our community and for our community.
- Support One Another - We help each other live and work better through trust and communication
- Work hard, be transparent, and enjoy the process - We are committed to showing up, doing the work in an honest and ethical way, and finding joy in what we do.
Currently Hiring:
Warehouse Logistics, Bin Washer
Nashville, TN
Compensation
Join a small, consistent team that provides professional growth and a positive impact on our community.
Compost Nashville provides compost collection services to the residents and businesses of the greater Nashville area. We are seeking a hardworking and reliable individual to help maintain a clean and safe workplace. We offer competitive pay starting at $16 per hour. Incentives include paid time off, referral program, coffee and snack bar, and quarterly raises.
You'll be responsible for the following:
- Operating and cleaning the commercial dishwasher
- Restocking our fleet with essential operational resources
- Cleaning and maintaining warehouse floors
- Communicating effectively with our team members to execute a great composting experience
Applicants Must
- Be 18 years or older
- Pass a background check (no felony/misdemeanor)
- Be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Be committed to detail and safety
- Willingness to work in all weather conditions
- Have a smart phone with internet access
- Ability to work independently
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Time and a half holiday pay
- Referral program
- Coffee & snacks
- Health Supplement
- Consistent Schedule
- You will be a part of a small team where your work truly makes a difference
- Opportunities for growth in a small startup environment
- Open to applicants who do not have a college degree
To Apply: Email Dale@CompostNashville.org with your resume and a brief introduction. Even if you do not meet all of the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
About Compost Nashville:
Our mission is to grow food not landfills. Compost Nashville provides compost collection services to the residents and businesses of the greater Nashville area. We divert over 30,000 pounds of food waste from the landfill in an average week. This helps relieve local landfills and reduce methane emissions into the atmosphere. The collected materials are converted into nutrient rich compost soil, which our customers receive twice a year. We also donate compost to local farms and partner with businesses to educate our community about sustainability.
Our Core Values:
- Prioritize People - We provide amazing customer experiences by paying attention to the details, working creatively, and bringing enthusiasm to every interaction.
- Leave it better than you found it - We are advocates, passionate about environmental stewardship and accountable for our impact on this planet
- Cultivate Community - We work with our neighbors and give back. We are of our community and for our community.
- Support One Another - We help each other live and work better through trust and communication
- Work hard, be transparent, and enjoy the process - We are committed to showing up, doing the work in an honest and ethical way, and finding joy in what we do.