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{{Noncollective Benefits|due=####|start=####|time=* Part-time, 24 hours per week.
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* Four days per week or five shorter days, Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30am to 7:30pm, some evening or morning meetings, with some flexibility|duration=6 months}}
  
 
==Responsibilities==
 
==Responsibilities==
  
 
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* Train and supervise volunteers
* warehouse management
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* Help keep Recycling area clean
* training and supervising volunteers
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* Communicate with Receiving throughout the day, and replace containers as needed
* identifing priorities in recycling flow
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* Identify and act on priorities in recycling flow
* setting up pick ups and deliveries with vendors
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* Assist in setting up pick-ups and deliveries with e-waste vendors
* unload and load trucks as needed (after forklift training)
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* Unload and load trucks as needed (after forklift training)
* work independently
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* Assist in warehouse management
 
* Proactively communicate with other Free Geek staff and volunteers about area.
 
* Proactively communicate with other Free Geek staff and volunteers about area.
 
* Occasionally help out in other areas of Free Geek's operations.
 
* Occasionally help out in other areas of Free Geek's operations.
* Help keep receiving area in line with Free Geek philosophy and capabilities.  Be aware of Free Geek programs.
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* Help keep recycling area in line with Free Geek philosophy and capabilities.  Be aware of Free Geek programs.
* Attend pertinent committee meetings and keep up on the receiving emails
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* Attend pertinent committee meetings and keep up on the recycling emails
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* Give tours
  
==Required Skills and Licenses==
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==Required Skills==
* Current Oregon Drivers License
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* Aptitude for helping people
* Aptitude for and enjoyment of helping people
 
 
* Good interpersonal skills
 
* Good interpersonal skills
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* Detail-oriented
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* Interest in e-waste recycling practices
 
* Self-motivated, and able to eventually work with little supervision
 
* Self-motivated, and able to eventually work with little supervision
* Able to lift and carry at least 30 pounds on a regular basis
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* Able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
* Forklift experience is a plus
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* Forklift experience is a plus, but will train
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* Warehouse experience is a plus, but not required
  
 
===In Addition===
 
===In Addition===
The ideal candidate will be able to work well under stress in a somewhat chaotic setting and maintain a positive attitude. The candidate will not be afraid to ask questions (''but will be able to upkeep the area almost entirely without supervision?''). The candidate will be able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.
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The ideal candidate will be able to work well under stress in a somewhat chaotic setting and maintain a positive attitude. The candidate will not be afraid to ask questions, and will be able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.
 
 
==Hours, Pay, and Duration==
 
:'''''Details yet to be finalized'''''
 
 
 
 
 
This position is temporary and part-time: 24 hours per week, 6-month duration.  Pay is approximately $10/hour.
 
 
 
==To Apply==
 
Submit an essay detailing why you'd like this job and why you're qualified for it to jobs at freegeek dot org.  The essay must be submitted in plain text in the body of an email.  Please clearly note the position you're applying for in subject line.  Alternately, you may turn in a hard copy of your essay at Free Geek's front desk anytime we're open: Tuesday through Saturday 11am to 7pm.  Applications due XXX. 
 
  
We highly recommend that job applicants take a tour of our facility and culture (so they better know what they're getting into).  Tours are offered every day Tuesday through Saturday at noon and 6pm, and last about 30 minutes.  Please mention that you're a job applicant so we know who you are!
 
  
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Salary/Benefits
  • Wages are $11.55 per hour.
  • Length of job: 6 months
Work Hours
  • Part-time, 24 hours per week.
  • Four days per week or five shorter days, Tuesday through Saturday, 10:30am to 7:30pm, some evening or morning meetings, with some flexibility
To Apply
  • E-mail your resume and cover letter to jobs@freegeek.org.
  • Applications for this position are due by ####.
  • Ideally, the selected applicant will start work on ####.
  • Please note that apprenticeships are not a path towards full-time employment at Free Geek.


Responsibilities

  • Train and supervise volunteers
  • Help keep Recycling area clean
  • Communicate with Receiving throughout the day, and replace containers as needed
  • Identify and act on priorities in recycling flow
  • Assist in setting up pick-ups and deliveries with e-waste vendors
  • Unload and load trucks as needed (after forklift training)
  • Assist in warehouse management
  • Proactively communicate with other Free Geek staff and volunteers about area.
  • Occasionally help out in other areas of Free Geek's operations.
  • Help keep recycling area in line with Free Geek philosophy and capabilities. Be aware of Free Geek programs.
  • Attend pertinent committee meetings and keep up on the recycling emails
  • Give tours

Required Skills

  • Aptitude for helping people
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Interest in e-waste recycling practices
  • Self-motivated, and able to eventually work with little supervision
  • Able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Forklift experience is a plus, but will train
  • Warehouse experience is a plus, but not required

In Addition

The ideal candidate will be able to work well under stress in a somewhat chaotic setting and maintain a positive attitude. The candidate will not be afraid to ask questions, and will be able to remain flexible as Free Geek grows and changes.