NVO Gerlach Waste Streams Crew

JOB SUMMARY

The Gerlach Waste Streams Crew will execute the Nevada Operations (NVO) Ecological Waste Diversion Plan focusing on Resource Recovery; including hauling and sorting waste, maintaining resources, materials, and inventories, and processing waste materials through their lifecycle. This position will also collaborate with the DPW Transfer Station Authority to provide seamless oversight of the waste stream during the Burning Man Event (The Event) operations cycle from pre-event in Gerlach before the move to the Playa through post-event after the move back to Gerlach.

This is a temporary, full-time, non-exempt role, based in Gerlach, NV running from May to October 2026.

The Final date to receive applications for this role is 5:00 pm Pacific on March 27th, 2026.

• Work with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager to execute the NVO Waste Streams Sustainability Plan.
• Monitor recycling collection stations for contamination, sort, and service them as needed.
• Transport all collected materials to the Gerlach Waste Streams storage and processing sites.
• Sort and transport all cardboard produced by Burning Man Staff and Gerlach Residents to Black Rock Station for baling.
• Collect, transport, and process organic waste produced by Burning Man Staff.
• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager for dumpster servicing and removal of cardboard bales and built-up streams that have been staged.
• Facilitate Gerlach community waste handling support as needed.

• Maintain a safe work site at all properties; ensure all crew members use provided and necessary OSHA-approved personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain clean and organized worksites and sorting stations; MOOP sites regularly for windblown materials or food on the ground, keep piles of materials organized, and disinfect areas as necessary.
• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager to deploy and maintain recycling collection stations in Gerlach and BMP Nevada Properties and set up extra collection stations for special events.
• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager for dumpster deliveries and placement.
• Coordinate with the Ranch Operations staff to set up and maintain the base of operations for materials processing and storage at Black Rock Station, including cardboard baling and organics handling.
• Work with Gerlach Waste Streams Manager and Assistant Manager to improve worksites and sorting stations with upgraded display and education.

• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager to maintain, inventory, and/or store all assets.
• Report all procurement needs to the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager promptly.
• Maintain clean and organized storage of all GWS assets in Gerlach and at Black Rock Station.
• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager to maintain the inventory of NVO assets stored in Gerlach and at Black Rock Station.
• Ensure proper use, maintenance, and cleanliness of all BMP assets, including fleet vehicles and housing allocated to GWS, and promptly report any issues.

• Communicate and connect with staff and community members on best waste stream practices.
• Coordinate with the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager to update and provide the most current sorting guidelines to all collection locations.
• Help document processes and take photos and video content for educational, training, and communication purposes.

• Attend necessary meetings.
• Assist the Gerlach Waste Stream Manager and Assistant Manager in maintaining updated Standard Operating Procedures for Ecological Waste Diversion.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Documentation - Assists in the creation, publishing, and maintenance of process documentation related to their assigned duties.
• Knowledge sharing – Helps acculturate and educate junior staff in Burning Man culture and business processes.
• Training development - Collaborates with the education team to develop training materials in their area of expertise, as requested.
• Learning – Pursues ongoing learning in their area of expertise, working to stay current on emergent knowledge,…