Compost Equipment Operator

The City of Hutchinson is seeking applicants to fill a full-time Compost Equipment Operator position at Creekside Soils, the City owned and operated compost facility. Work includes operating varying light and heavy equipment to process compost from raw materials to finished bulk and bagged products.  Includes inside and outside work.  Generally, Monday – Friday work schedule with some weekend work, depending on season, workload and weather.  Requires high school diploma or GED, and 1-3 years relevant equipment operation experience.  Valid Class A Minnesota driver’s license for semi operation.  Certification from a recognized compost training program, or the ability to obtain within one year.  Grade 140 position; $27.901 - $41.852/hour.  Starting wage dependent upon qualifications.  The city provides a competitive benefits package including health/dental/vision/life insurance, flex spending, Public Service Loan Program, generous paid leave policies including vacation, sick, ESST, 11 paid holidays, free Employee Assistance Program, MN Public Employers Retirement Association for qualified employees.  Apply by Friday, June 20, 2025.  More information and REQUIRED application:  www.hutchinsonmn.gov, City Center, 111 Hassan St SE, Hutchinson, MN 55350.  Tel:  320.234.5608  Email:  snelson@hutchinsonmn.gov.