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This hands-on role focuses on recycling, composting, waste diversion, education, data tracking, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is environmentally conscious, organized, and enthusiastic ...

This hands-on role focuses on recycling, composting, waste diversion, education, data tracking, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is environmentally conscious, organized, and enthusiastic ...

This hands-on role focuses on recycling, composting, waste diversion, education, data tracking, and community engagement. The ideal candidate is environmentally conscious, organized, and enthusiastic ...

Coordinate with composting facilities. * Ensure proper handling of organic materials. * Monitor contamination rates. Customer Service * Resolve customer complaints promptly. * Investigate missed ...

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Chesaw, WA ยท On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

Utilize 100% of timber deadfall for mulching/composting and firewood * No task/job is better or worse than another task/job - we value everyone's contributions equally No experience needed but ...

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How much do composting jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average yearly pay for composting in the United States is $98,854.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,000.00 and $119,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is composting?

A composting job involves managing organic waste to create nutrient-rich compost for agricultural, landscaping, or environmental purposes. Responsibilities may include collecting and processing organic materials, monitoring compost piles for proper decomposition, and ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Workers may operate machinery, conduct quality checks, and educate the public or businesses on composting practices. This role is essential for reducing waste, improving soil health, and promoting sustainable waste management.

What skills and qualifications are needed for composting?

To thrive in composting roles, candidates need knowledge of organic waste management, soil science, and safe handling of biodegradable materials, often supported by experience or certifications in environmental science or agriculture. Familiarity with composting systems, moisture and temperature monitoring tools, and, in some cases, industrial composting machinery is important. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to sustainability are valuable soft skills for excelling in this position. These competencies ensure efficient and safe composting operations, contributing to environmental goals and effective waste management.

What are the typical daily responsibilities in composting operations?

In a composting role, your daily responsibilities may include collecting and sorting organic waste, monitoring compost piles for proper moisture and temperature, and regularly turning or aerating the material to ensure optimal decomposition. You might also be responsible for recording process data, performing quality checks on finished compost, and maintaining equipment or cleanliness of the composting area. This position often involves collaboration with waste management teams, educational outreach staff, or agricultural personnel, depending on the employer. Attention to detail and following proper safety protocols are essential to ensure high-quality results and compliance with environmental regulations.

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Infographic showing various Composting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Temporary. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,854 per year, or $47.5 per hour.

Heavy Equip Operator, Composting & Wood Processing - Non CDL

Tribal Government

Shakopee, MN โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Job Overview: Operate front end-loader, truck, and skid-loader in a safe and efficient manner.
Create Your Path: The Work You'll Do:
  • Operate a front-end loader or skid-loader to move, manipulate and load organic materials into a low speed grinder or screener. Attach implements to loaders to best handle differing materials.
  • Load product into a low speed grinder or a screener to reduce material to optimal particle size for composting or a uniform marketable finished soil. Load trucks/ trailers with a skidloader or front-end loader.
  • Performs daily cleaning and inspections, ensuring safety devices are in working order on heavy equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
  • High school graduate with math proficiency.
  • Ability to proficiently operate front-end loaders and skid-loaders to load material into low-speed grinders, screeners, trucks and trailers within four months of employment.
  • Ability to perform daily safety inspections, routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment within four months of employment. Mechanical background preferred but not required.
  • Valid Class A or B driver's license required with a good driving record
  • Proficiency with Microsoft software products.
  • Ability to speak and read English.
  • Good customer relation skills and ability to follow directions in a team environment.
  • This position is subject to pre-employment drug testing and post-employment drug and alcohol testing (including random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident), in accordance with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and the SMSC's Drug, THC, and Alcohol Policy.

Outstanding Benefits & Awesome Perks: At the SMSC, we are invested in our Team Members, as demonstrated by the competitive benefits we offer. Team Members may be eligible for benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and a generous PTO package, which includes outreach hours for volunteer work through our #SMSCgives outreach program. Plus, take advantage of perks like discounts on childcare, fuel, bus passes and fitness membership, free uniforms and free uniform cleaning, and tuition reimbursement.
Who We Are: The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community contributes to causes, organizations and tribes across the region, state and country. The SMSC has donated more than $350 million to organizations and causes, provided $500 million in economic development loans to other tribes, and contributed millions more to support regional governments and infrastructure. The SMSC's Native Green initiative annually diverts hundreds of tons of waste from landfills, has implemented compostable containers throughout our properties and restored hundreds of acres of prairie land. Team members are eligible to participate in SMSC Gives, a community outreach initiative. Learn more at shakopeedakota.org.
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