Job Summary:
THE ROLE:
Coastal Credit Union Music Park is seeking a Zero Waste Coordinator to help us take our sustainability programs to the next level. This role is the backbone and driving force behind Live Nation’s resource recovery and circularity program and is responsible for ensuring maximum landfill diversion during event waste sorting, educating both fans and staff, and supporting your Sustainability Coordinator’s efforts contributing to the venue sustainability culture. This position will partner with the Sustainability Coordinator and be part of the venue sustainability team. This is a seasonal, part-time position for show days. Hours per week will vary depending on show schedule and business needs at the time.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Participate in Zero Waste Coordinator onboarding training
Assist in the mid- and post-show waste sorting process of all recycling, composting, donations, and landfill materials
Relay boots on the ground observations to guide areas of improvement and overall program development
Contribute ideas to improve material circularity based on most commonly seen items in the waste stream
Assist the Sustainability Coordinator with educational support to all crew members and fans
Maintain a clean sorting area and support the post-show pick after each event
Support compliance with local environmental policies and mandates
Other tasks as assigned by the Venue Sustainability Coordinator on an as-need basis
Qualifications:
Show days require about 90% of the time spent walking, bending, reaching, stooping, lifting and carrying 50+ lbs. with about 75% of that time spent sorting materials
Not afraid to get dirty or be around unpleasant odors
Ability to work outside in variable weather
Strong time management skills to show up on time and work late hours
Dedication to participate in something that will have a real and immediate impact to the cause
Must be able to work well with other departments
A positive attitude
Creative thinker and problem solver
A strong sense of teamwork and ability to execute programs
Experience in events/zero waste events are a plus
If the above description sounds like you and fits your background, apply online to join the Live Nation Entertainment team today at: https://www.livenationentertainment.com/careers/.
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