THE ROLE

The Gorge Amphitheater 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 Venue Sustainability Manager’s efforts contributing to the venue sustainability culture.

This position will work under the Venue Sustainability Manager and be part of the venue operations team. Coming into 2024, The Gorge Amphitheater is setting new targets to become an industry leader in zero waste.

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 on-boarding training.
• Assist in the mid- and post-show waste sorting process of all recycling, composting, donations, and landfill materials.
• Be available to work show days and non-show days to ensure all waste is sorted and diverted.
• 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 Venue Sustainability Manager with educational support to all crew members and fans.
• Maintain a clean sorting area and support the post-show pick after each event, which will occasionally result in scheduled shifts occurring on days after a show.
• Support compliance with local environmental policies and mandates.
• Other tasks as assigned by the Venue Sustainability Manager 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

Last updated : 2024-03-26