FL Career:Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring
Opportunity in Chipley
Role Essentials
- Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package.
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Compensation: $21-$27/Hour (approx. $51k/Year)
- Based in: Chipley, FL (our growing Chipley office)
- Status: New Chipley listing (actively interviewing).
- This role centers on your professional skills within the Organics And Waste Management space in Chipley.
- Job Title: Compost Facility Operator
- This Chipley-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Chipley, FL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Chipley, a key hub for the Organics And Waste Management industry.
Company Overview: Waste Management operates large-scale commercial organic recycling and composting facilities that divert organic food waste and yard debris from landfills into nutrient-rich soil products.
Position Summary & Responsibilities: As a Compost Facility Operator, you manage organic waste receiving, windrow compost pile monitoring, biological testing, and mechanical screening equipment operations. You inspect incoming organic waste loads, operate motorized windrow turners and compost trommel screens, and record moisture, temperature, and oxygen levels across active composting cells. Furthermore, you log biological curing metrics into environmental databases and assist with finished compost screening and bagging. This role is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence at the composting facility (no work-from-home options).
Qualifications & Benefits: High School Diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree in Soil Science or Agronomy is a plus. Requires physical stamina to work outdoors across all seasonal conditions, ability to lift up to 45 lbs, and comfort operating outdoor industrial processing machinery. Offers competitive hourly base pay, full healthcare coverage, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, and specialized biological operator certifications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $21 - $27. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Chipley.
Where is this Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Chipley, FL. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Chipley.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does Waste Management provide training for new hires?
Yes, Waste Management provides comprehensive paid training for all new associates. This includes safety orientation, equipment operation certification, and role-specific process training.
What qualifications do I need for this Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring role?
Most Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring positions at Waste Management require a high school diploma or equivalent. Specific experience requirements vary by role. Check the full job description for details.
How do I apply for this Compost Facility Operator in Chipley | Hiring position in Chipley?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
