Auburn University · 2 months ago
Student Compost Technician - Miller Center
Auburn, AL
Internship
Onsite
Intern
$12/hr - $15/hrAuburn University is seeking a student to assist with operations related to the FOR Solutions composting system at the Miller Center. The role involves transporting food waste, monitoring composting processes, and maintaining a clean working environment.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Transporting food waste from main campus to the Miller Center using a university owned pick-up truck with hydraulic lift gate
Transporting finished compost product back to main campus or other designated areas
Weighing and loading food waste and carbon sources into the FOR Solutions composting system
Monitoring the internal temperature of the FOR Solutions composting system
Collecting and submitting compost samples to designated laboratories
Maintaining a clean working environment
Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualification
Required
Currently enrolled as an Auburn University student
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to pass an MVR
Must be able to lift 50lbs
Must be able to work at least 12 hours a week
Preferred
Ability to push/pull containers weighing up to 250lbs
Benefits
Generous benefits
Educational opportunities
Culture of support and work/life balance
Company
Auburn University
Auburn University is an institute of higher learning that offers undergraduate and graduate courses.
Founded in 1856
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (75)
2024 (83)
2023 (79)
2022 (50)
2021 (50)
2020 (35)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$25.89MKey Investors
National Safety CouncilDENSO’s North America FoundationNational Institute of Food and Agriculture
2025-06-25Grant· $0.05M
2024-10-30Grant
2024-06-26Grant· $0.89M
Leadership Team
Kelli Shomaker
Sr. V-P for Business and Administration and CFO
Katherine Alldredge
Executive Support Specialist to VP Advancement & Chief Operations and Strategy Officer
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