Recycle Center Apprentice

We are looking for a very specific individual to become the apprentice to our longest-tenured employee who essentially built this company, building, and equipment with his own two hands. He has invaluable knowledge and expertise on how this place operates that we need him to impart onto someone willing to shadow him and eventually take over his role here.

The ideal person for this role plans to be in Northern Arizona for the long-term, isn't afraid of manual labor, has a mind for mechanics and critical thinking, cares about recycling, and has patience to interact with the public.

You would need to have availability on Friday, Saturday and/or Sunday. Not necessarily all three days, but the staff member you would be working with only works those days. We are flexible if you can only work Saturdays or shorter shifts on Fridays and Sundays, for example. Business hours are 8am-4pm. No evening or night shifts.

This is a very part-time role, but the importance of this apprentice can't be overstated.

We are a small team of six employees. The professional atmosphere here is friendly and easygoing with the understanding that all team members know their role affects everyone else and therefore executes their responsibilities without being micromanaged.

Responsibilities:
- Assist with various tasks, repairs, and projects assigned by the supervisor
- Learn and develop skills including welding, driving a forklift, and general maintenance of equipment
- Follow safety protocols and guidelines at all times
-Troubleshoot and solve problems that arise with machinery and operations
-Process recyclable material with our baler
-Assist members of the public who drop off their recyclables at our facility
-Work outdoors in all weather conditions
-Interact with other team members

Requirements:
-Availability on Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday daytime
- Strong work ethic and integrity plus a willingness to learn
- Physical stamina to perform tasks that may require lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods of time
-Basic knowledge of tools and equipment used in the trade or profession is a plus (Role requires driving a forklift, welding, and maintaining equipment. For the right candidate, we are willing to train and certify the apprentice with in these skills.)
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to follow instructions and work well with management

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: Up to $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 – 18 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends only

Application Question(s):

• Do you have availability to work Fridays, Saturdays, and/or Sundays between the hours of 8am-4pm? (Not required to work all three days all 8 hours, just within that time frame on those days)
• We are looking to invest a lot of resources and time training this apprentice, are you planning to live in Northern Arizona for the foreseeable future?
• You understand this is a part-time apprentice position?
• Why do you think you would be the ideal candidate for this position?
• What is your amount (if any) experience with driving a forklift, welding, mechanics, maintenance and repair?
• Is there anything else you'd like us to know about you when considering inviting you for an interview?

Ability to Commute:

• Sedona, AZ 86336 (Required)

Work Location: In person