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Compost Operator Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

COTALAND Steward

Del Valle, TX · On-site

$14 - $19.25/hr

Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout shifts to maintain a safe work environment ... Support daily opening, operating, and closing procedures * Follow all health department regulations ...

COTALAND Steward

Del Valle, TX · On-site

$14 - $19.25/hr

Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout shifts to maintain a safe work environment ... Support daily opening, operating, and closing procedures * Follow all health department regulations ...

COTALAND Steward

Del Valle, TX · On-site

$14 - $19.25/hr

Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout shifts to maintain a safe work environment ... Support daily opening, operating, and closing procedures * Follow all health department regulations ...

Pastry Chef de Partie

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

Pastry Chef de Partie

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

Chef de Partie

Austin, TX

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

Chef de Partie

Austin, TX

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

Chef de Partie

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

Pastry Chef de Partie

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.75 - $23.75/hr

Responsible for operating your station including setting your colleagues up for success on your ... Sustainability Commitment - Ensure our kitchens follow the set recycling, compost and landfill ...

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Compost Operator information

What are some common challenges a compost operator faces, and how can they be addressed on the job?

Compost Operators often encounter challenges such as managing odors, maintaining optimal moisture and temperature levels, and dealing with varying feedstock quality. Addressing these issues requires consistent monitoring, timely adjustments to aeration and watering, and thorough record keeping. Collaborating closely with other team members, such as equipment operators and quality control personnel, helps to quickly identify problems and implement effective solutions, ensuring the composting process runs smoothly and meets environmental standards.

What is the difference between Compost Operator vs Waste Management Technician?

AspectCompost OperatorWaste Management Technician
CertificationsOSHA safety training, equipment operationOSHA safety training, waste handling certifications
Work EnvironmentComposting facilities, outdoorLandfills, recycling centers, outdoor/indoor
Industry UsageComposting plants, organic waste facilitiesWaste collection, recycling, disposal services

While both roles involve waste management and safety certifications, a Compost Operator specializes in managing composting processes at organic waste facilities, focusing on compost production. A Waste Management Technician handles broader waste collection and disposal tasks across various waste facilities. The roles overlap in safety training and outdoor work environments but differ in specific responsibilities and industry focus.

What is a compost operator?

Compost Operators are professionals responsible for managing the process of turning organic waste materials into compost. They oversee the collection, sorting, and processing of biodegradable materials such as food scraps, yard waste, and agricultural residues. Their job involves monitoring compost piles for temperature, moisture, and aeration to ensure effective decomposition. Compost Operators also use specialized machinery and adhere to environmental regulations to produce high-quality compost for agricultural or landscaping use.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a compost operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Compost Operator, you need knowledge of composting processes, basic equipment operation, and an understanding of safety and environmental regulations, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with machinery such as front-end loaders, temperature probes, and possibly compost management software is often required. Strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team are valuable soft skills. These abilities are essential to ensure efficient, safe, and environmentally responsible compost production.
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$14 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 24 days ago


Job description

Description

COTALAND STEWARD

Circuit of The Americas (COTA) is a 365-entertainment destination for world-class events located in Austin, TX. The sports and entertainment portfolio at COTA is unmatched in the country with Formula 1 US Grand Prix, NASCAR and MotoGP attracting global fans during championship races on the famed Circuit and Live Nation producing over 30 headline concerts every year at the Germania Insurance Amphitheater. COTALAND is an amusement park with over 30 attractions and experiences, including first-of-their-kind roller coasters.



The Steward / Dishwasher at COTALAND plays a vital role in supporting our Food & Beverage operations by maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment. This position ensures sanitation standards are met so our culinary teams can deliver an exceptional guest experience in a fast-paced theme park setting.


Requirements

Requirements & Essential Functions:

  • Clean, sanitize, and properly store all dishes, utensils, glassware, cookware, and kitchen equipment
  • Operate commercial dishwashing machines and manual ware washing equipment safely and efficiently
  • Assist in maintaining cleanliness of all back-of-house areas including kitchens, prep areas, walk-ins, storage rooms, floors, walls, and drains
  • Remove trash, recycling, and compost throughout shifts to maintain a safe work environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
  • Strong attention to cleanliness, organization, and safety
  • Dependable, punctual, and team-oriented
  • Assist culinary teams with basic support tasks as needed
  • Support daily opening, operating, and closing procedures
  • Follow all health department regulations, food safety guidelines, and COTALAND policies
  • Maintain awareness of safety in a high-energy, high-guest-volume environment
  • Communicate any equipment issues, supply shortages, or safety concerns to leadership
  • Ability to follow instructions and work well with others


Required Qualifications:

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
  • Obtain a Texas food handers certification.
  • Previous kitchen, stewarding, or sanitation experience is preferred, but not required, training is provided.
  • Physical Demand & Work Environments:
  • Ability to stand, sit, use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms.
  • Ability to lift and/ or move up to 50 pounds.
  • Ability to squat, bend, twist, push/pull.
  • Ability to stand/walk for long periods.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and distance vision.
  • Work in extreme environments indoors/outdoors throughout the year.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but can be loud during events.


Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.



EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

COTA strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.