Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | Hiring
Des Plaines Role Highlights
Role Essentials
- Benefits: A comprehensive benefits package is included.
- Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
- Hiring Organization: Waste Management
- Location: Des Plaines, IL
- Urgency: Immediate consideration in Des Plaines.
- Position: Compost Facility Operator (Based in Des Plaines)
- Apply your your professional skills skills at our Des Plaines location.
- Salary: $21-$27/Hour (approx. $51k/Year)
- This Des Plaines-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our Waste Management team in Des Plaines, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | 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 Des Plaines.
Where is this Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | Hiring job located?
This position is based in Des Plaines, IL. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Des Plaines.
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 Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | Hiring role?
Most Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | 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 Des Plaines-based Compost Facility Operator Opening | Hiring position in Des Plaines?
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.
