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Affirmative Action Policy Statement:
Eureka Recycling will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicants for employment or internship on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or affectional orientation. |
Job Openings:
Recycling Collection Driver
Fall Internships:
Customer Relations Intern
Business Development Intern
Office Intern
JOBS
RECYCLING COLLECTION DRIVER
JOB TITLE: Recycling Collection Driver
REPORTS TO: Director of Operations
STARTING SALARY: $15.00-17.00/hr. commensurate with experience
BENEFITS: Health, dental, long-term disability, holidays and vacation days.
BACKGROUND: Eureka Recycling is a nonprofit organization serving Saint Paul and the Twin Cities area residents and businesses. Its purpose is to provide cutting-edge waste reduction and recycling information, services and programs that provide the greatest environmental results and are economically sustainable. Eureka Recycling's current programs directly serve 114,000 single- and multi-family households and municipal and community buildings in the city of Saint Paul. Eureka Recycling’s recycling facility is located at 2828 Kennedy Street N.E. in Minneapolis (near 280 and Broadway Ave NE).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: To perform manual labor in collecting recyclables from residences and buildings in Saint Paul, recording route data, providing excellent customer service, hauling to a material recovery facility and tipping at the material recovery facility.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operates an International chassis equipped with Labrie Top-Select body for the collection of recyclable materials from residential homes and various building locations and transports it for recycling to a material recovery facility (MRF).
- Follows a scheduled or authorized modified route as required.
- Operates a two-way radio to communicate with and receive instructions from a supervisor or dispatcher.
- Responsible for performing daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicle and performs minor maintenance such as monitoring fluid levels, checking for leaks, vehicle lighting, belts, air brake system function, tire pressure and other functions necessary for safe and efficient operation, recording results on Vehicle Condition Reports (VCR’s).
- Responsible for washing and cleaning interior of vehicle as required.
Reports malfunctions and repair requirements to fleet maintenance personnel and record on VCR.
- Tag containers to inform customers of issues involving their set-out of recyclables.
- Fill out and turn in driver reports and VCR’s every day, and fill out driver hour logs.
- Keep informed of road and weather conditions.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Provide customer service in a professional and respectful manner when dealing with the public.
- Responsible for communicating accidents, incidents and injuries immediately to your supervisor, as well as completing all necessary reports.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid Class B Commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement.
- Clean driving record. Applicants are subject to approval by employer’s insurance company for coverage. Must be 25 years of age or older.
- Medical exams are part of the qualification requirements to get a Commercial Driver's License.
- Reliable vehicle to get back and forth to work.
- Drivers must take an annual medical exam to keep their license.
- Pre-employment medical exams and pre-employment mandatory drug testing is required prior to employment. Subject to all DOT requirements for the operation of straight bodied vehicles with a GVW of 33,000 lbs.
EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum 1 year driving a Class B commercial vehicle with air brakes.
- Experience driving the above on city streets and within residential neighborhoods while making multiple stops, tight turns and/or backing up.
- Knowledge of the city of Saint Paul’s roads.
- Residential recycling or garbage collection experience preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Good communication via a two-way radio
- Legible handwriting
- Ability to keep records of relevant route data
- Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
- Work courteously and tactfully with customers and employees.
- Effective communication skills in English.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Outdoor work environment; regular exposure to fumes, dust and odors
- Subject to seasonal and adverse weather conditions
- Subject to noise from equipment operation
- Must drive a vehicle to conduct work.
- Must perform heavy physical labor; lifting and carrying heavy objects
- Will be required to sit for extended periods of time
- Must climb in and out of truck; bending at the waist; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally; carrying; pushing and pulling.
- Need to be able to lift 50 pounds.
- Must have dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of buttons and levers; and use of feet to control pedals on equipment.
- An application and other materials are required
(must submit a copy of Class B Drivers w/airbrakes license).
Position will remain open until filled.
Applicants must come to 2828 Kennedy Street NE
to fill out an application to apply.
For directions or questions, please call (651) 222-7678.
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Internships at Eureka Recycling
Eureka Recycling has an organization-wide commitment to hosting interns. Our board, presidents, and staff recognize the enthusiasm, talent, and results that interns bring to our organization and are dedicated to providing students with meaningful work experience. We have hosted 49 interns since 2000. Our internship program is overseen by a designated staff person and includes a formal orientation and training, written workplans, mid-internships meetings with other interns, exit interviews, and evaluations with interns. Our internship program is grounded in a project-based model in which our intern workplans are centered on meaningful projects that directly impact the work of our organization.
Customer Relations Intern
DATE: Fall 2008
HOURS: 15-20 hours per week, flexible, during regular work hours. Some evening and weekend hours may be required.
COMPENSATION: Unpaid, bus passes provided.
REPORTS TO: Customer Service Manager
BACKGROUND: Eureka Recycling is a nonprofit organization that specializes in recycling and waste reduction. It provides cutting-edge, economically sustainable programs that serve the Twin Cities metro area, including the Twin Cities Free Market, the Recycled Products Co-op, event recycling services, and more. Driven by a mission to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable, Eureka Recycling’s services, programs, and advocacy efforts are designed to be cost-effective while ensuring the greatest environmental benefits. For over 20 years, it has provided model, award-winning curbside and apartment recycling collection and processing services, education, and advocacy.
Eureka Recycling is seeking an energetic, assertive, and articulate individual. This entry-level internship is ideal for someone looking to gain experience working in a nonprofit organization and is interested in learning more about recycling, environmental issues, speech and/or communications.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: The customer relations team is responsible for building and maintaining relationships with all of Eureka Recycling’s partners, including residents, cities, counties and other businesses and organizations. The Customer Relations Intern will provide support for this team by assisting staff in a variety of tasks to meet their objectives and by coordinating projects at the administrative level. This intern will greatly assist customer relations staff in developing procedural and operational efficiencies in the management of various aspects of the curbside, multifamily and commercial recycling programs. This intern will work closely with the Customer Service Manager to assist in analysis of customer service issues and outline a system for electronically tracking issues and responses. This intern will be trained in recycling methods and application of the best practices in multifamily recycling based on the 2004 study and Multifamily Toolkit produced by Eureka Recycling. This intern will help to analyze Eureka Recycling’s multifamily recycling program in order to identify outreach needs for owners, managers, and residents in apartment buildings, condominiums, and town homes. By having direct contact with the public, this intern will provide excellent customer service and increase awareness of the various aspects of what makes recycling successful for buildings.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Complete training and understand basic administrative procedures for tracking and responding to various customer service issues.
2. Aid in the development of an electronic tracking system for customer service issues pertaining to recycling collections.
3. Complete training and understand how to implement a multifamily recycling program with applications specific to Saint Paul’s program.
4. Work with the Customer Service Manager to analyze information about apartment buildings and choose buildings to target with outreach or needs for updates.
5. Work with the Customer Service Manager to adjust logistics of service (cart numbers and frequency of service) and recycling needs based on building performance.
6. Fill requests for education materials.
7. Work with the Customer Service Manager to make calls to property management in order to update contacts and files.
8. Assist with office and administrative tasks as needed to complete above responsibilities.
9. Support customer relations staff by updating internal resources and information.
10. Assist with event preparation and monitoring for at least one zero waste event.
11. Complete other projects as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Demonstrated ability to work scheduled hours and arrive on time.
2. Strong communication skills including the ability to express concepts through individual conversations.
3. Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups of people in a variety of settings.
4. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
5. Interest in environmental and community issues.
6. Ability to keep detailed, legible, and accurate reports and notes.
7. Reliable transportation. Mileage will be reimbursed.
8. Spanish, Hmong, or Somali language skills a plus.
The position will be filled as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please call or email for an application. Once the position has been filled, additional applicants will not be considered.
Laura Angvall, Project Manager
Eureka Recycling, 2828 Kennedy Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
lauraa@eurekarecycling.org
Phone: (651) 222-7678
Fax: (612) 623-3277
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT
Eureka Recycling will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicants for employment or internships on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or affectional orientation.
Business Development Intern
DATE: Fall 2008
HOURS: 8 - 12 hours per week, flexible. Occasional evening and weekend hours required. Unpaid, bus fare reimbursement provided.
REPORTS TO: Waste Reduction Manager
BACKGROUND: Eureka Recycling is a nonprofit organization that specializes in recycling and waste reduction. By both researching options and best practices and then implementing them to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable, Eureka Recycling provides cutting-edge, economically sustainable programs that serve the Twin Cities metro area, including the Twin Cities Free Market, the Recycled Products Co-op, event recycling services, and more. Driven by a mission to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable, Eureka Recycling’s services, programs, and advocacy efforts are designed to be cost-effective while ensuring the greatest environmental benefits. For over 20 years, it has provided model, award-winning curbside and apartment recycling collection and processing services, education, and advocacy.
Eureka Recycling is seeking a self-motivated, flexible, and organized individual to research recycling opportunities and support zero-waste outreach efforts at community events. This intern will see first hand how Eureka Recycling works to achieve its mission to reduce waste through entrepreneurial projects and community outreach. This internship is ideal for someone who is seeking a hands-on experience working towards a waste free tomorrow.
DESCRIPTION: The Business Development internship will support several developing programs including our commercial composting route and zero waste event services. For seven years, Eureka Recycling has coordinated zero-waste events in the Twin Cities, including Living Green Expo, Rock the Garden and the Northland Bioneers Conference. Because of Eureka Recycling’s education, waste-reduction, recycling, and composting services, the 2007 Living Green Expo, attended by over 20,000 people, was able to divert 95% of the discards generated to recycling and composting. This intern will assist with event coordination, and during the event will provide support for setup, cleanup, and monitoring.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Support developing commercial composting route
2. Track commercial composting results
3. Assist in event planning including outreach towards event vendors and exhibitors.
4. Organize, track, and prepare equipment used at events.
5. Inventory and organize materials generated onsite.
6. Assist in event setup, operations, and outreach.
7. Perform general office duties (filing, mailings, photocopies, etc.).
8. Assist with research and special projects as assigned.
SKILLS:
1. Experience organizing projects and demonstrated ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
2. Ability to research and present information in an organized and concise format.
3. Excellent planning, tracking, and record keeping skills.
4. Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups of people in a variety of settings.
5. Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis.
6. Experience working in a team-based environment with the ability to work independently.
7. Interest in the environment and working with community-based organizations and culturally diverse communities.
8. Interest in cutting-edge environmental, recycling, and waste reduction issues.
9. Experience using assorted office machines (copier, fax machine).
10. Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel) a plus.
The position will be filled as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please call or email for an application. Once the position has been filled, additional applicants will not be considered.
Jennifer Bakkom, Office Manager
Eureka Recycling, 2828 Kennedy Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
lauraa@eurekarecycling.org
Phone: (651) 222-7678
Fax: (612) 623-3277
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY STATEMENT
Eureka Recycling will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicants for employment or internships on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or affectional orientation.
Office Intern
DATE: Fall 2008
HOURS: 10-15 hours per week, flexible. Occasional evening and weekend hours may be required. Unpaid, bus fare reimbursement provided.
REPORTS TO: Office Manager
BACKGROUND: Eureka Recycling is a nonprofit organization that specializes in recycling and waste reduction. It provides cutting-edge, economically sustainable programs that serve the Twin Cities metro area, including the Twin Cities Free Market, the Recycled Products Co-op, event recycling services, and more. Driven by a mission to demonstrate that waste is preventable, not inevitable, Eureka Recycling’s services, programs, and advocacy efforts are designed to be cost-effective while ensuring the greatest environmental benefits. For over 20 years, it has provided model, award-winning curbside and apartment recycling collection and processing services, education, and advocacy.
Eureka Recycling is seeking an energetic, assertive, and articulate individual to provide an assortment of services to assist Eureka staff in meeting their objectives. This entry-level internship is ideal for a person who wants to gain experience in a variety of areas, including communications, education, and administration, as well as first-hand experience working in a nonprofit office setting.
DESCRIPTION: The office intern will assist staff in a variety of office tasks to support Eureka Recycling’s waste reduction and recycling program activities. The intern will help coordinate mailings of waste reduction information to residents and assist with the necessary tracking and reporting procedures. The intern will provide administrative assistance in board meeting preparation, typing and formatting documents and other office assistance. The intern may assist with planning a Eureka Recycling board or staff event and internal systems to help foster inter-office relationships. The intern will also provide administrative assistance such as filing, assembling files, and creating filing systems.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Perform general office duties (photocopying, assembling handouts, data entry, assisting with mailings).
2. Coordinate mailings to residents, donors, community organizations, etc., which may include using mail merge, stuffing envelopes, and applying postage.
3. Distribute waste reduction information to residents of Ramsey County.
4. Perform data entry, research, writing, and editing.
5. Assist communications staff with updating waste reduction resources and information.
6. Attend events, if possible, to assist with recycling at events , or fall neighborhood cleanup events.
7. Attend staff trainings on recycling issues when possible.
8. Participate in sorting waste to help identify ways to reduce waste and increase recycling.
9. Complete other projects as assigned.
SKILLS:
1. Demonstrated ability to work scheduled hours and arrive on time.
2. Ability to work on a team or independently.
3. Computer proficiency (MS Word, Excel) a plus.
4. Experience using assorted office machines (copier, fax machine).
5. Good communication skills including the ability to express concepts in writing and through individual conversations.
6. Ability to balance multiple tasks with an eye for detail in a fast-paced environment.
7. Good organization skills. Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
8. Interest in environmental and community issues helpful.
9. Experience or willingness to volunteer or participate in community events.
10. Ability to interact respectfully with diverse groups of people in a variety of settings.
11. Spanish, Hmong, or Somali language skills a plus.
The position will be filled as soon as possible. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please call or email for an application. Once the position has been filled, additional applicants will not be considered.
Jennifer Bakkom, Project Manager
Eureka Recycling, 2828 Kennedy Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413
lauraa@eurekarecycling.org
Phone: (651) 222-7678
Fax: (612) 623-3277
Affirmative Action Policy Statement
Eureka Recycling will not discriminate against or harass any employee, or applicants for employment or internship on the basis of race, creed, religion, sex, national origin or ancestry, familial status, age, disability, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or affectional orientation.
Last Update: April 2008
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