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Eco-Cycle Class B Driver
Boulder, CO
June 2026
 
Eco-Cycle, one of the longest established and largest nonprofit recyclers in the country and a pioneer in the Zero Waste movement, seeks a Class B Driver to provide safe, reliable route execution and customer service support across recycling, compost, hard-to-recycle (HTR) materials, and other collection operations throughout Boulder County and the Front Range. This role supports Eco-Cycle’s mission of advancing Zero Waste by operating commercial collection vehicles safely, completing routes consistently, communicating professionally with customers and staff, and ensuring accurate documentation of materials collected.
 
For drivers looking for something different, this position offers steady commercial route work without production quotas, with a focus on safety, service quality, and supporting Eco-Cycle’s Zero Waste mission.
 
Employee title: Class B Driver
Employee Status: Hourly, 40 hours/week with benefits
Reports To: Operations and Fleet Manager
Compensation: $24–$26/hour, depending upon experience and expertise
 
POSITION DESCRIPTION 
 
Eco-Cycle’s Class B Drivers operate rear-load, front-load, roll-off, box truck, or EV trucks depending on assignment and may rotate across routes and service lines as operational needs require. This position completes assigned collection work safely and efficiently while representing Eco-Cycle professionally with customers, site contacts, vendors, and the public.
 
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
 
Safe Vehicle Operation
– Operate Class B commercial vehicles including rear-load, front-load, roll-off, or box trucks.
– Conduct daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections in accordance with DOT and Eco-Cycle standards.
– Report mechanical problems immediately and complete required repair request forms.
– Comply with all DOT regulations, company policies, and safety protocols.
– Operate EV trucks (if assigned) and follow EV charging and reporting procedures.
 
Route Execution & Material Collection
– Perform scheduled collection of recycling, compost, and HTR materials from residential, commercial, and municipal sites.
– Follow route sheets, GPS, or supervisor instructions to complete daily assignments.
– Record weights, container counts, and service exceptions accurately.
– Communicate any route delays, hazards, or missed stops promptly.
 
Customer Service & Community Interaction
– Provide courteous, professional service to customers, site managers, and the public.
– Represent Eco-Cycle’s mission and values in all interactions.
– Use proper judgment when addressing overflowing materials, contamination, or access issues.
 
Safety & Compliance
– Maintain compliance with OSHA, DOT, and Eco-Cycle policies.
– Follow all accident/incident reporting protocols.
– Wear all required PPE.
– Participate in safety meetings, training sessions, and equipment operation refreshers.
 
Equipment Care & Facility Responsibilities
– Properly secure loads and ensure containers are safely handled.
– Maintain cab cleanliness and respect Eco-Cycle property.
– Assist with yard organization, container staging, and equipment checks as needed.
– For EV units: log charging sessions, report kWh usage, and maintain key fob assignment. 
 
QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES  
 
Required:
– Valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement.
– Clean MVR and ability to pass DOT physical and drug screening.
– Minimum 1 year of experience operating heavy trucks (rear-load, front-load, roll-off, box truck, or similar).
– Ability to lift 50+ lb and work in all weather conditions.
– Basic knowledge of truck mechanics and safe vehicle operation.
 
Preferred:
– Experience in recycling, waste hauling, or municipal collection.
– Previous experience with roll-off, rear-load, or front-load operation.
– EV truck operation or willingness to be trained.
– Familiarity with Boulder County geography.
 
Core Competencies
– Safety-minded and detail-oriented
– Reliable and punctual
– Strong communication skills
– Ability to work independently and as part of a team
– Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
– Commitment to Eco-Cycle’s mission and sustainability values
 
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
– Exposure to outdoor weather, traffic, noise, and heavy equipment.
– Repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling containers.
– Extended driving periods with frequent stops.
– Must safely navigate tight alleys, commercial lots, and residential zones.
– Must be able to work independently in the field and make safe, practical decisions when direct supervision is not on-site.
 
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The position is for 40 hours per week, generally from 6:00 am–2:00 pm on route. Compensation range is $24-$26/hour, depending on experience and expertise, plus benefits.
 
Benefits include:
– EcoPass to ride local and regional buses and trains for free.
– Paid time off, including six paid holidays, plus two paid Personal Days off per year; accrued vacation starting at 10 days/year; accrued sick leave; and 2 weeks of full pay for maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
– Health benefits,beginning after 60 days, including health, dental, and vision; plus Life insurance, and Short-Term and Long-Term disability.
– Retirement benefits, beginning to accrue after one year, with a 403(b) retirement plan that employer will match up to 3%.
 
TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Class B Driver” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.
 
Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Eco-Cycle Environmental Educator
Boulder, CO
July 2026

Eco-Cycle, one of the oldest and largest nonprofit recyclers in the country and a pioneer in the Zero Waste movement, seeks an Environmental Educator to provide in-class presentations and field trips on a wide variety of environmental topics for PK-12^th grade classrooms. Using established curricula, educators are expected to positively and professionally deliver high-quality educational experiences to students and staff, and to contribute daily to the operations and maintenance tasks needed to support the program at our Boulder headquarters. 

Employee Title: Environmental Educator
Employee Status: Hourly, 40 hours/week, mid-August-May, with benefits
Reports To: Director of School Recycling and Environmental Education 
Compensation: $22.00-$24.00/hr, depending upon experience, expertise 

POSITION DESCRIPTION  
The Environmental Educator delivers engaging environmental education programs to students, educators, and school communities. This position focuses on hands-on, interactive learning experiences that build environmental awareness, promote waste reduction and sustainability practices, and support school-based programs such as recycling, composting, and zero-waste initiatives.

The educator works in classrooms, assemblies, field trips, and school common areas, collaborates with teachers and school staff, and supports program operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about environmental education and enjoys working with students of all ages.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
– Deliver high-quality environmental education lessons and presentations for PreK–12 students in the classroom, assembly, field trip, and outdoor settings
– Adapt curriculum and teaching approaches to support multilingual learners and culturally diverse school communities
– Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and school staff to support school-based sustainability and conservation programs
– Provide outreach and education related to recycling, composting, waste reduction, and zero-waste practices
– Support student leadership and engagement through activities such as tabling, lunchroom monitoring, and special events
– Track participation, collect data, and assist with basic reporting and program evaluation
– Assist with the preparation of educational materials, flyers, emails, and other outreach resources
– Assist with program logistics, including organizing materials, maintaining equipment, and delivering supplies to schools
– Support special projects and program initiatives as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES  
– Fluency in spoken and written English
– College degree or equivalent experience
– Passion for environmental education, sustainability, and climate solutions
– Experience teaching or facilitating programs for children or youth (classroom, field trips, camps, or informal education settings)
– Strong communication and interpersonal skills
– Ability to engage students across a wide range of ages and learning styles
– Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment
– Basic computer and writing skills (including Microsoft 365, Google, Canva)
– Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team
– Comfortable occasionally wearing costumes and using puppets
– Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to schools (mileage reimbursed)
– Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and handle physical tasks such as carrying materials and setting up presentations

Preferred Qualifications include:
– Experience working with school communities
– Knowledge of general environmental education topics
– Experience developing or adapting curriculum
– Background in environmental studies, education, or a related field
– Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are encouraged to apply

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 
The position is for 40 hours per week, generally from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, mid-August through late May, with occasional work during evenings and weekends. The position requires on-site work at schools and in the office. The compensation range is $22.00–$24.00/hr for a full-time equivalent (FTE), depending on experience and expertise, plus benefits. This position is unpaid leave from June to mid-August. 

Benefits include: 
– EcoPass to ride local and regional buses and trains for free. 
– Paid time off, including six paid holidays, plus two paid Personal Days off per year; accrued vacation; accrued sick leave; and 2 weeks of full pay for maternity/paternity/adoption leave. 
– Health benefits, beginning after 60 days, including health, dental, and vision; plus Life insurance, and Short-Term and Long-Term disability. 
– Retirement benefits, beginning to accrue after one year, with a 403(b) retirement plan that employer will match up to 3%. 
 
TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with Environmental Educator in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls or drop-ins, please. 
 
Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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Eco-Cycle CHaRM Educator
Boulder, CO
July 2026

Eco-Cycle, one of the oldest and largest non-profit recycling organizations in the nation and a leader in resource conservation and Zero Waste, seeks a staffer to support the activities of the Center for Hard to Recycle Materials (CHaRM.) The Eco-Cycle CHaRM Educator is a staff-level position that supports the public-facing customer service functions of Eco-Cycle’s CHaRM facility. This position conducts transactions with CHaRM customers and adheres to a professional and efficient standard of work and collaboration with other team members. The Educator is expected to effectively interact with customers, coworkers, and equipment to ensure a safe facility and experience for all.

Expected Schedule
– Four (4) or Five (5) days per week Monday -Saturday
– Hours can range from 8:45am-5:15pm
 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Educator is part of a warehouse team that directly interacts with all CHaRM customers along with handling and processing materials in our outdoor facility. They are the first contact with customers and set the tone for the transaction, as well as educate customers on what we accept and why. Educators perform the following functions:
– Providing excellent customer service and conducting financial transactions for residential and commercial customers bringing in 25 different types of hard-to-recycle materials ranging from electronics to plastic bags.  
– Assisting with material processing and evaluation.
– Operating heavy machinery such as a forklift, excavator, and balers.
– Offering direction to customers as to where their materials go within the CHaRM site.
– Communicating with other CHaRM staff to ensure the highest level of customer service and effective teamwork.
– Utilize data management systems (Square POS) to support the gathering of critical customer and material data.
– Facilitating face-to-face recycling education to customers to include guiding customers toward other community and regional resources to properly manage materials not accepted at CHaRM.
– Maintaining a positive relationship with other CHaRM staff and materials partners.
– Balancing the cash register and POS system at the end of each day. 

Qualifications
– Ability to operate outdoors for a full shift in a variety of Colorado weather changes.
– Must be able to complete forklift training and certification within 60 days of hire.
– Committed and passionate about helping to create social change for the good of the environment in both the local and global community, with a lifestyle that reflects an environmental ethic.
– Excellent customer service experience.
– Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
– Easy going and friendly attitude to ensure a fun working environment.
– Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds repeatedly.
– Independent and self-motivated; a self-starter who enjoys taking the initiative and helping to problem-solve with others. 
– Curiosity and a desire to learn about the complexities of our consumer culture.
– Familiarity with Boulder County and recycling/Zero Waste issues a plus.

COMPENSATION
– This is an hourly position with a starting rate of $20.50 per hour
– Benefits may include:
— Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave
— 7 paid holidays and 2 personal days
— Medical/dental/vision insurance options
— 403b retirement savings
— Employer-paid life and disability insurance
 
To Apply
Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to [email protected]  The position will remain open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins, please.
 
Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
 

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Eco-Cycle Class A Commercial Collections Driver
Boulder, CO
April 2026

Eco-Cycle, one of the longest established and largest nonprofit recyclers in the country and a pioneer in the Zero Waste movement, seeks an experienced Class A Commercial Collections Driver with at least five years of satisfactory commercial driving experience to provide safe, reliable route execution and customer service support across commercial compost, recycling, hard-to-recycle, and trash collection operations at our Boulder headquarters and surrounding service areas.

Employee title: Class A Commercial Collections Driver
Employee Status: Hourly, full-time with benefits
Reports To: Operations & Fleet Manager
Compensation: $26-30/hour, depending upon experience and qualifications

POSITION DESCRIPTION
Eco-Cycle’s Class A Commercial Collections Driver is responsible for operating rear load, front load, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations on assigned commercial routes. This position completes collections safely and efficiently while representing Eco-Cycle professionally with customers, vendors, and the public. Primary assignment will be based on operational needs, with cross-training across multiple truck types and service lines.

For drivers looking for something different, this position offers steady commercial route work without production quotas, with a focus on safety, service quality, and supporting Eco-Cycle’s Zero Waste mission.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

Route Operations
• Safely operate rear load, front load, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations on assigned commercial collection routes.
• Complete daily route assignments and scheduled pickups in an efficient and timely manner.
• Navigate loading docks, alleys, enclosures, tight access points, and disposal or transfer locations safely and professionally.
• Use route sheets, tablets, or routing software for navigation, service tracking, and documentation; communicate delays, access issues, contamination concerns, or follow-up needs as appropriate.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report equipment, vehicle, or safety issues promptly.
• Maintain Class A readiness for operational needs that require tractor-trailer driving, higher CDL coverage, backup capacity, manual-shift operation, or other heavy commercial vehicle assignments.
• Provide occasional ride-alongs and route training support for other Eco-Cycle staff as needed.

Collection and Material Handling
• Collect and transport compost, recycling, hard-to-recycle, and trash materials in accordance with route and disposal requirements.
• Operate hydraulic systems, cart tippers, forks, hoists, tarping systems, and related collection equipment safely and correctly.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload materials and containers safely and correctly.
• Identify container, material, contamination, or site issues and communicate them constructively to hauling or program staff.

Customer Service and Team Support
• Interact professionally and courteously with customers, providing clear communication regarding service needs, access issues, and route-related questions. 
• Communicate service concerns, missed pickups, special requests, or operational issues to the hauling department in a timely and constructive manner.
• Support cross-training across service lines and truck assignments as operational needs require.

QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES
• Valid Class A CDL required.
• Minimum 5 years of satisfactory commercial driving experience operating Class A vehicles required, including tractor-trailer driving experience.
• Must be able to drive a manual-shift commercial vehicle; no automatic-only restriction.
• Experience driving rear load, front load, roll-off trucks, and tractor-trailer combinations required.
• Must be able to maintain all DOT/FMCSA requirements associated with Class A CDL operation.
• Must have a satisfactory driving record.
• Must pass a DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Strong communication skills, reliability, and professional judgment.
• Ability to work independently and safely in active commercial service environments.
• Positive attitude with colleagues and customers.
• Interest in sustainability and environmental work preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate vehicle controls, hydraulic systems, and handheld devices.
• Ability to reach, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl as needed to inspect equipment and perform route work safely.
• Ability to enter and exit trucks frequently throughout the day.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and around moving vehicles, containers, and equipment.
• Ability to perform physically active route work safely and consistently.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The position is full-time, generally starting at 6:00 a.m. and scheduled either Monday through Friday or Tuesday through Saturday, depending on operational needs. This position requires on-site work. Compensation range is $26-30/hour, depending on experience and qualifications, plus benefits.

Benefits include:
• EcoPass to ride local and regional buses and trains for free.
• Paid time off, including six paid holidays, plus two paid Personal Days off per year; accrued vacation starting at 10 days/year; accrued sick leave; and 2 weeks of full pay for maternity/paternity/adoption leave.
• Health benefits, beginning after 60 days, including health, dental, and vision; plus Life insurance, and Short-Term and Long-Term disability.
• Retirement benefits, beginning to accrue after one year, with a 403(b) retirement plan that employer will match up to 3%.

TO APPLY: Please submit a cover letter and resume to [email protected] with “Class A Commercial Collections Driver” in the subject line. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. No phone calls, please.

Eco-Cycle is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and workplace. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool to better serve our mission of bringing Zero Waste to all communities. We celebrate, support, and thrive on diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and volunteers. Eco-Cycle prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Eco-Cycle employment decisions are based on job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.