Zero Waste Associate (Seasonal)

Resource Central is seeking a seasonal Zero Waste Associate in Boulder, CO. This role involves helping families divert building materials from landfills by picking up and stocking donations. Candidates should have strong customer service skills and the ability to lift 75lbs. The position runs from May 1 to October 1, offering flexible hours and a pay rate of $19-$21 per hour, along with growth opportunities in conservation.
Job Title: Zero Waste Associate

Employer: Resource Central; Boulder, CO

Job Status: Seasonal Non- Exempt

Reports to: Zero Waste Manager

About Resource Central:

Resource Central is an award-winning nonprofit in Boulder, Colorado, determined to make conservation so simple that you don’t even realize you’re doing it. Established in 1976, our innovative programs have helped more than 1,000,000 people save water, conserve energy, and reduce waste. And we're just getting started. Learn more at ResourceCentral.org.

Candidates with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from a range of social, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Job Summary:

Help us build a national model for reducing waste. Our nonprofit Zero Waste Associate plays a key role in helping families divert building materials from landfills. We make it easy for people to improve their homes (and save money) by accepting donated building materials and reselling them at affordable prices. The Zero Waste Associate is passionate about helping people conserve resources that would otherwise be discarded. This position involves working as part of the Zero Waste Team in picking up and stocking household and construction material donations. The Zero Waste Associate strives to provide exceptional customer service and maximize pickup efficiency.

This seasonal role, based in Boulder, runs from May 1 to October 1, with flexible start and end dates. Part-time or full-time options are available. The compensation will be $19.00-$21.00 an hour and Resource Central offers excellent growth opportunities for career-minded candidates looking to gain valuable experience in conservation and sustainability work. Team members enjoy a flexible, compressed schedule, outdoor gear partners discounts, employee pricing on Resource Central programs and products, access to 403(b) retirement savings, and a supportive, inclusive team environment. Be part of a high-impact, rapidly growing nonprofit that’s making a difference in Colorado!

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: The essential duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Performs materials pickups consisting of driving box trucks to safely load/unload customer materials donations.
• Unloads and stocks incoming materials donations.
• Maintains clean and tidy vehicles including daily equipment/vehicle organization and cleaning.
• Ensures a high level of operational efficiency in our external waste diversion efforts.
• Provides an exceptionally high level of customer service to our program participants.
• Adheres to vehicle safety procedures during fieldwork and daily operations.
• Supports our retail sales staff as needed.
• Provide support for the program through additional responsibilities.
• Contribute to a strong sense of belonging where everyone can feel welcomed and included.

Qualifications and Requirements:
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Ability to routinely lift 75lbs.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Must pass a background check, hold a valid driver’s license, and maintain a clean driving record.
• Comfortable learning to drive a box truck.

Candidates will be considered on a rolling basis until the position is filled. We look forward to hearing from you!

Resource Central is dedicated to equal employment opportunities. We provide equal opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, military status, gender expression, genetic information or any other classification protected by state or local law. It is our policy to maintain a non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment or bias based upon these grounds.