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Farmer Pirates Compost - A worker owned cooperative

Founded in 2014 with the mission of producing high quality compost using locally sourced material, we have evolved with an ever expanding focus on reducing the amount of organic material (aka food scraps)  entering the landfill.  By collecting and then diverting this material to  our compost facility we create a nutrient dense natural fertilizer that can be used to enrich the soil and reduce potent greenhouse gasses emitted from landfills, which provide benefits to our community as a whole.  As a worker cooperative we offer each employee the opportunity and a clear path to becoming a worker-owner in the business.

Job Title: Food Scrap Collection Driver


Job Description:

We are looking for a new team member to work approximately 10-15 hours per week to start, driving 2-3 days a week to complete residential food scrap collection routes. Routes can be completed anytime between 8am-6pm on their scheduled day. Most routes are done solo but could change in the future. Solo routes range from 45-75 stops. Driver will get in and out of the truck frequently to empty food scraps buckets over head into the truck bed. We work in all types of weather including rain, snow, high heat etc. Hours in this position have a strong potential to increase in the following months, as we are adding and expanding routes all the time. 


While this position can certainly remain part time and focused mainly on collection routes, the ideal candidate will have a passion for, or strong interest, in our mission. They would look forward to learning more and integrating with all aspects of our business, taking on more/different roles and responsibilities and becoming an integral member of our business through, cooperation, self motivation and hard work. 


Job Position Details:

  • Prepare, inspect and operate a variety of mid-sized trucks 

  • Follow routes and time schedule using Stopsuite app on  company device

  • Complete logs and reports after each route

  • Follow DOT regulations and safety standards 

  • Professionally interact with customers and community members as needed

  • Gain basic understanding of business operations, products and services 

  • Work cooperatively with each member of the team


Job Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent

  • Valid driver’s license

  • At least 5 years driving experience

  • Familiarity with driving a pickup truck

  • Good driving record with no traffic violations (we will request a driving abstract from the DMV)

  • Ability to drive in a variety of weather and traffic conditions

  • Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions

  • Comfortable with insects

  • Lift 40 lbs over head

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills

  • Good Communication Skills

  • Passion for/interest in composting, sustainability, reducing waste

  • General knowledge on composting


Preferred Skills/Experience:

  • Good sense of direction

  • Familiarity with Buffalo streets and surrounding areas

  • Experience working in driving or trucking 

  • Knowledge of worker-owned cooperatives



Potential September Schedule:

Hours per route are approximate


Week A

Monday: North Route- 4 hrs

Wednesday: North Buffalo Route - 4 hrs


Week B

Monday: Northtowns West Route- 2.5 hrs

Tuesday: Northtowns Route - 4 hrs

Wednesday: Northtowns East Route - 4.25 hrs


Potential October Schedule:

Hours per route are approximate


Week A

Monday: North Route- 4 hrs

Wednesday: North Buffalo Route - 4 hrs

Thursday: City Route (2 ppl route) - 4 hrs


Week B

Monday: Northtowns West Route- 2.5 hrs

Tuesday: Northtowns Route - 4 hrs

Wednesday: Northtowns East Route - 4.25 hrs

Thursday: City Route (2 ppl route) - 4 hrs


Compensation: $20/hr


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