Water Conservation Associate
Company: Resource Central
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: May 4, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Title: Water Conservation AssociatePay Rate:
$18.50/hourEmployer: Resource CentralStart Date: June 3,
2024Reports To: Water Program ManagerJob Status: Seasonal,
Full-TimeAbout Resource Central - We're an award-winning nonprofit
based in Boulder determined to make conservation so simple that
people don't even realize they're doing it. Founded in 1976, our
environmental programs have helped more than 900,000 people save
water, conserve energy, and reduce waste. Learn more at:
ResourceCentral.org. We welcome applicants who care about fairness
and treating everyone equally. If you can work well with people
from different backgrounds, we would love for you to apply.Job
Purpose - Water is one of the biggest concerns in Colorado, and
Resource Central's popular Slow the Flow program is celebrating
twenty years of helping people conserve water - with more than 170
million gallons of water saved! The Water Conservation Associate
will play an essential role in the Slow the Flow program by
completing sprinkler system checkups and providing simple
recommendations to reduce water use on lawns. This is a field-based
conservation role that involves driving from home to appointments
daily and providing outstanding customer service. The position
starts June 3, 2024 and is expected to last into August (or
September) 2024. Compensation includes $18.50/hr, mileage
reimbursement, cell phone stipend, paid training, and paid sick
leave. Why work behind a desk when you can get outside and gain
valuable experience in water conservation while making a
difference!Principal Responsibilities - The essential duties of
this position include, but are not limited to, the following:Help
people conserve water by conducting sprinkler system checkups at
homes, businesses, and other properties; we provide training.Travel
from home to worksite locations daily; appointment locations will
be assigned to minimize commute times when possible; we provide
mileage reimbursement.Test sprinkler systems, collect data, and
make small adjustments to sprinkler heads to conserve water and
improve system performance.Program sprinkler control clocks to
provide a more efficient watering schedule.Educate homeowners and
business owners on best practices in outdoor water use.Participate
in regularly scheduled meetings in person, via Zoom, and on the
phone.Assist with other Resource Central programs as
assigned.Cultivate a strong sense of diversity, equity, and
inclusion.QualificationsMust be passionate about helping people
conserve water.Outstanding customer service skills and ability to
maintain a positive attitude at all times required.Must be at least
18 years of age upon start date.Valid driver's license, automobile
insurance, daily access to a reliable automobile, and a smartphone
required.Must pass a background check and driving record evaluation
if offered a position.Fieldwork is primarily in the Front Range.
Travel to Fountain or other cities, including an extended commute
or overnight stay, may be required at times; we provide travel pay
and accommodations.Ability to lift 30 pounds, walk continuously
throughout the workday, kneel, lift, and bend repeatedly
required.Ability to safely work outdoors in all kinds of weather
including high temperatures and rain required.Experience in
fieldwork, landscaping, sprinklers, or sustainability
preferred.Resource Central is committed to providing equal
employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related
qualifications and ability to perform a job, without regard to age,
sex, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin,
disability, marital status, military status, gender expression,
genetic information or any other classification protected by
applicable state or local law. It is our policy to maintain a
non-discriminatory environment free from intimidation, harassment,
or bias based on these grounds.Compensation details: 18.5-18.5
Hourly WagePI45632b1d0db9-25660-34319514
Keywords: Resource Central, Greeley , Water Conservation Associate, Other , Fort Collins, Colorado
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