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Student Compost Technician

Auburn University

  • Auburn University, AL
  • 30+ days ago
  • $12–$15 Per Hour

Highlights

Responsibilities: Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Transporting food waste from main campus to the Miller Center using a university owned pick-up truck with hydraulic lift gate. Overview: The Department of Poultry Science is seeking a student to assist with all operations pertaining to the Food Organics Recycling Solutions composting system located at the Charles C.

Numbers & Facts

LocationAuburn University, AL
IndustryEducation
Salary$12–$15 Per Hour
Company Size1,500 to 1,999 employees
Year Founded1856
Websitehttp://www.auburn.edu/

Description

Overview:

The Department of Poultry Science is seeking a student to assist with all operations pertaining to the Food Organics Recycling Solutions composting system located at the Charles C. Miller Jr. Poultry Research and Education Center.

Responsibilities:
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Transporting food waste from main campus to the Miller Center using a university owned pick-up truck with hydraulic lift gate
  • Transporting finished compost product back to main campus or other designated areas
  • Weighing and loading food waste and carbon sources into the Food Organics Recycling Solutions composting system
  • Monitoring the internal temperature of the Food Organics Recycling Solutions composting system
  • Collecting and submitting compost samples to designated laboratories
  • Maintaining a clean working environment
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications:
  • Currently enrolled as an Auburn University student.
  • Must be able to work at least 10 hours a week.
  • Afternoon availability preferred but not mandatory. 
  • Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass an MVR.
  • Must have a mode of transportation to commute to and from the job site.
Pay Range: USD $12.00 - USD $15.00 /Hr. Why Work at Auburn?:

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

  • Gain valuable work experience! Student employment allows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.
  • Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.
  • Make a difference! Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.
Equal Opportunity Compliance Statement:

It is our policy to provide equal employment and education opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity Compliance's website to learn more. 

About Company

Welcome to Auburn University, a comprehensive land, space and sea grant research institution blending arts and applied sciences. The University continuously changes to accommodate today's needs, while still respecting the traditions and spirit of Auburn. As we grow and change, Auburn will always continue its tradition of excellence.

The main campus had an enrollment during fall of 2007 of 24,137. Auburn University offers degrees in 13 schools and colleges at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels.

Auburn University is known not only for its academic excellence, but for its impact on Alabama as well. A recent study determined AU had nearly $ 4 billion economic impact on the state of Alabama, including a $ 1.5 billion impact on the economy and a $ 2.4 billion impact in "human capital." AU's Technical Assistance Center, a collaborative Engineering / Business outreach unit, performs hundreds of projects annually for state industry, generating millions of dollars in increased efficiencies and saving or creating hundreds of jobs statewide.

Auburn University has developed into one of the largest universities in the South, remaining in the educational forefront with its traditional blend of arts and applied science, and changing with the needs of today while living with a respect for the traditions and spirit that are Auburn.

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