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==Responsibilities==
 
==Responsibilities==

Revision as of 11:38, 28 February 2007

This is a proposed job. Details and times have not been finalized
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 March 16, 2007.
  • Ideally, the selected applicant will start work on March 30, 2007.
  • Please note that apprenticeships are not a path towards full-time employment at Free Geek.


Responsibilities

  • training and supervising volunteers
  • identifying priorities in recycling flow
  • setting up pick ups and deliveries with vendors
  • unload and load trucks as needed (after forklift training)
  • communicating with Receiving throughout the day, and replacing containers as needed
  • 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
  • assist in warehouse management

Required Skills and Licenses

  • Current Oregon Drivers License
  • Aptitude for and enjoyment of helping people
  • Good interpersonal skills
  • 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 and offer forklift certification
  • Interest in ewaste recycling practices

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.

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 you take a tour of our facility (so you learn about our culture and better understand what you'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!