Microhauling Manager

BK ROT is a food waste hauling and composting service powered by youth and young adults who are employed to collect food waste by bike and maintain compost processing sites. All organics hauling is done fossil fuel free, using bicycles and e-bikes (microhauling). The service operates within North Brooklyn and works to increase composting at the neighborhood level. We provide locally sourced and produced compost within our community in support of food justice and soil building projects.

We are seeking a Microhauling Manager to support the work of the Executive Director and BK ROT’s team. We are looking for an individual who is efficient and comfortable working independently, with stellar communication skills. The capacity to build and maintain systems used across organizational operations is essential to this position. The ideal candidate for this job is deeply enthusiastic and knowledgeable about bikes, is resourceful, takes initiative, is a good problem solver, is highly organized, and stays accountable to their work.

This position requires some in-person time on-site in Bushwick, Brooklyn, and is 32 hours per week, aligned with scheduled microhauling and compost distribution days (Sunday-Thursday).

We are looking to hire someone as soon as possible. We will begin virtual interviews as resumes come in, and the position will be filled once we identify the right candidate. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to info@bkrot.org with the subject line: NAME + BK ROT Microhauling Manager Application. As an environmental justice organization, Brooklyn residents who are BIPOC, LGTBQIA+, and women are strongly encouraged to apply.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Manage BK ROT’s Microhauling Team

• Manage the BK ROT team of 5-7 microhaulers (bikers) hauling residential and commercial organics
• Schedule microhauling routes and coordinate microhauling shifts
• Communicate with microhaulers regularly via Discord to ensure smooth onboarding, training, and fulfillment of responsibilities

Coordinate BK ROT’s Organics Collections

• Onboard commercial clients and provide assistance for commercial and residential clients
• Communicate with commercial clients and microhaulers, troubleshooting when necessary
• Coordinate alternative pickups in case of weather, staffing changes, special events or pre-scheduled events such as holidays
• Ensure collection weights and routes are recorded promptly and accurately in Stopsuite
• Invoice commercial clients and coordinate with billing contacts to ensure timely payments
• Create end of year reports for commercial partners
• Maintain the BK ROT Compost Log spreadsheet

Support BK ROT’s Operations

• Work with team to maintain clean, orderly, well-stocked and organized sites and equipment
• Supply copies of site documents to BK ROT’s partner sites
• Manage maintenance of bicycle and e-bike fleet, trailers, and other hauling equipment
• Organize management of microhauling expenditure tracking, including receipts and bank documents
• Manage purchase categorization, ensuring all receipts are gathered and recorded

Professional Qualifications:

• Passionate about environmental justice and green infrastructure
• Strong skills in bicycle maintenance and riding required
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, including customer service
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Google Drive (Docs, Sheets, Email, and Calendar) required
• Experience with Discord and Airtable a plus
• Demonstrated ability to manage and collaborate with staff
• A bachelor’s degree or at least 4 years relevant experience

COMPENSATION: $50,000/year with the possibility for increases and regular raises over time.

Bilingual English-Spanish preferred.