Pickup Driver & Material Handler

Position Title: Pickup Driver & Material Handler Zero Waste
Employer: Resource Central; Boulder CO
Job Status: Full-time Non-Exempt
Reports To: Zero Waste Manager

About Resource Central
Resource Central is an award-winning nonprofit in Boulder Colorado determined to make conservation so simple that you dont even realize youre doing it. Established in 1976 our innovative programs have helped more thanpeople save water conserve energy and reduce wasteand were just getting started. Join us in supporting a workplace where everyone feels welcomed valued and included at Resource Central. Candidates with a demonstrated ability to work effectively with people from a range of social ethnic and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Learn more at .

Job Purpose
The Pickup Driver & Material Handler is passionate about helping people conserve resources by keeping valuable materials in use that would otherwise be discarded. This position involves operating medium-duty trucks (16-foot box truck 18-foot flatbed truck with Donkey Forklift and 1.5-ton truck with a 16-foot dump trailer) to pick up used construction materials from home and business remodel projects. The Pickup Driver & Material Handler provides exceptional customer service safely operates company vehicles and manually loads and unloads heavy materials. The role also helps sort price stock and organize materials at the Resource Central Material Reuse facility to help grow waste diversion impact while keeping reclaimed construction materials out of landfills.

This is a full-time position based in Boulder Colorado with the opportunity for a compressed work schedule. Part-time scheduling may also be considered. Compensation ranges from $22-$25 an hour. Resource Central offers comprehensive benefits including health dental vision life insurance 403(b) retirement plan with match generous paid time off paid holidays health and dependent care FSA matches wellness benefit reimbursement a free bus pass and more. Be part of a high-impact rapidly growing nonprofit thats driving real change across Colorado!

Key Responsibilities

The essential duties of this position include but are not limited to the following:

• Conducts material pickups by safely driving medium-duty vehicles and trailers to collect load/unload donated materials.
• Provides exceptional customer service to our program participants.
• Processes prices and stocks incoming material donations.
• Manages daily priorities to ensure scheduled pickups are completed efficiently and on time.
• Utilizes scheduling software to plan pickup routes and alert customers of arrival time.
• Adheres to vehicle and lifting safety procedures.
• Safely operates forklifts pallet jacks and appliance dollies.
• Supports floor sales staff and daily onsite operations.
• Assists with customer outreach to coordinate materials pickups.
• Provides additional support for program operations as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Experience driving company vehicles.
• Exceptional customer service skills with a positive solution-oriented mindset.
• Capable of safely lifting up to 75 lbs routinely and working outdoors in different weather conditions.
• Basic construction materials and tool knowledge.
• High level of integrity and accountability.
• Must be at least 21 years of age upon start date.
• Valid drivers license required; CDL not required.
• Must be able to pass and maintain a clean background check and driving record if offered the position.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled. For assistance related to accessibility or the online application process please email

Resource Central is dedicated to equal employment opportunities. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals based on job-related qualifications and capability to perform the essential functions of the 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 upon these grounds.