Closes On: April 5, 2024 at 05:00 PM EST
Location: Solid Waste, Lincolnton, NC 28092
Department: Solid Waste
Job Status: Part-Time
Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Days Worked: Mon., Tue., Wed., Thu., Fri., Sat.
Hour Per Week: 16
Rate of Pay: Grade 11 - $17.32 - $18.18
Position Type: Part Time
Status: Accepting Applications
Details: Safe driving record. Haul waste and recycling on roll off truck. Class B CDL's required. Works rotating days.

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This position is responsible for operating sanitation equipment in support of the county’s solid waste management operations.

o Operates a truck to transport boxes from convenience sites to landfill.
o Transports recyclables to assigned location.
o Transports cardboard for baling.
o Assists in the operation of garbage compactor at convenience sites.
o Loads collected waste water from holding pond to truck; transports to waste treatment plant for processing.
o Operates landfill scales.
o Assists in the mulching of brush.
o Cleans, washes, fuels, services and makes minor repairs to vehicles and equipment.
o Performs other related duties as assigned.

o Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
o Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one or two years.
o Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Knowledge and Skills Required

o Knowledge of department and safety rules and regulations.

o Knowledge of the operation of assigned equipment.
o Skill in operating a roll-off truck and other sanitation equipment.
o Skill in the basic maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
o Skill in defensive driving techniques.
o Skill in using various hand tools.
o Skill in oral and written communication.

The work is typically performed while sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, and uses equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity.