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THE JOB US Concerts is seeking a Zero Waste Captain to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role is the backbone and driving force for helping us become zero waste through ...

Sustainability

Scranton, PA · On-site

$119K - $136K/yr

Participate in Zero Waste Captain training WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING * Position requires about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50 lbs.+ with about ...

Sustainability

Scranton, PA · On-site

$119K - $136K/yr

Participate in Zero Waste Captain training WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING * Position requires about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50 lbs.+ with about ...

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How much do zero waste captain jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for zero waste captain in the United States is $25.74, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.11 and $30.53 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are typical daily responsibilities for a Zero Waste Captain at events or organizations?

As a Zero Waste Captain, your daily responsibilities often include overseeing waste sorting stations, educating staff and guests on proper recycling and composting methods, and ensuring compliance with zero waste policies. You may conduct regular audits of waste streams, coordinate volunteer teams, and collaborate with vendors or facilities management to optimize collection procedures. Troubleshooting contamination issues and providing training or feedback to improve waste diversion rates are also common tasks. These activities are vital for creating an effective and engaging zero waste program that reduces landfill contributions and promotes responsible stewardship within the organization or event.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Zero Waste Captain position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Zero Waste Captain, you need a strong understanding of waste management practices, sustainability principles, and environmental regulations, often supported by experience in facility operations or green certifications. Familiarity with waste tracking software, composting systems, and recycling protocols is essential for effectively managing waste streams. Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills set standout candidates apart as they motivate teams and educate participants. These skills and qualities are crucial for driving sustainable practices and ensuring organizational waste reduction goals are consistently achieved.

What is a Zero Waste Captain job?

A Zero Waste Captain is responsible for overseeing waste reduction initiatives at events, businesses, or organizations. Their main tasks include educating others on proper waste sorting, ensuring recycling and composting procedures are followed, and minimizing landfill waste. They may also collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to implement sustainable practices. The role requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for environmental sustainability.

What are the most commonly searched types of Zero Waste Captain jobs? The most popular types of Zero Waste Captain jobs are:
Infographic showing various Zero Waste Captain job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, and 5% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $53,531 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

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Job description

Job Summary:

WHO ARE WE?


Live Nation Entertainment is the world's leading live entertainment company, comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Media & Sponsorship. Ticketmaster is the global leader in event ticketing with over 620 million tickets sold annually and approximately 10,000 clients worldwide. Live Nation Concerts is the largest provider of live entertainment in the world promoting more than 50,000 events annually for nearly 7,000 artists in 40+ countries. These businesses allow Live Nation Media & Sponsorship to create strategic music marketing programs that connect more than 1,200 sponsors with the 145 million fans that attend Live Nation Entertainment events each year. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.com.


WHO ARE YOU?


Passionate and motivated. Driven, with an entrepreneurial spirit. Resourceful, innovative, forward thinking and committed. At Live Nation Entertainment, our people embrace these qualities, so if this sounds like you then please read on!


THE JOB


US Concerts is seeking a Zero Waste Captain to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role is the backbone and driving force for helping us become zero waste through sorting and educating others. This position will partner with the Venue Sustainability Coordinator and be part of the venue operations team. This is a seasonal, part-time position for show days. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business.


WHAT THIS ROLE WILL DO


Assist in the post-show sorting process of all recycling, composting, and landfill materials
Be an ambassador to all Band Members in order to help them understand their role in achieving the venue's sustainability goals
Assist in employee engagement programs such as the water bottle refill punch cards, post-show sort giveaways and new ideas
Engage fans and encourage them to participate in our sustainability programs through activities or education
Participate in Zero Waste Captain training


WHAT THIS PERSON WILL BRING


Position requires about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50 lbs.+ with about 65% of that time spent sorting materials
Dedication to participate in something that will have a real and immediate impact to the cause
Must be able to work well with other departments
Experience in events, zero waste events are a plus
A positive attitude
Creative thinker and problem solver
A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs


EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY


We aspire to build teams that reflect and support the fans and artists we serve. Every day we aim to promote environments where everyone can be themselves, contribute fully, and thrive within our company and at our events. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with.
Live Nation strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of age (40 and over), ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), family and medical care leave or the denial of family and medical care leave, mental or physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), marital status, domestic partner status, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, political affiliation, national origin (including language use restrictions), citizenship, race, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, and gender expression, sexual orientation, intersectionality, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law, rule, ordinance or regulation.
We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act and consistent with other similar and / or applicable laws in other areas.
We also afford equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability. For this reason, Live Nation will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability who is an applicant consistent with its legal obligations to do so, including reasonable accommodations related to pregnancy in accordance with applicable local, state and / or federal law. As part of its commitment to make reasonable accommodations, Live Nation also wishes to participate in a
timely, good faith, interactive process with a disabled applicant to determine effective reasonable accommodations, if any, which can be made in response to a request for accommodations. Applicants are invited to identify reasonable accommodations that can be made to assist them to perform the essential functions of the position they seek. Any applicant who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should contact a Human Resources Representative to request the opportunity to participate in a timely
interactive process. Live Nation will also provide reasonable religious accommodations on a case-by-case basis.


HIRING PRACTICES


The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.
Live Nation recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner. Live Nation may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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The expected compensation for this position is:

$18.40 USD - $23.00 USD Hourly

** Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, qualifications, skills, and experience.

Live Nation Entertainment will never request payment or equipment purchases as part of the hiring process. Recruiters will only contact candidates from official Live Nation or affiliated brand email domains.


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