CDL Driver/ Heavy Equipment Operator, Rural Collections

Laurens County; Laurens (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Laurens County is seeking a dependable CDL Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator to support daily Solid Waste operations. You will safely operate commercial vehicles, including roll-off trucks, dump trucks, and tractors, to transport waste and recyclables throughout the county.

You will also use front-end loaders, excavators, and skid steers to load trailers and manage materials at facilities. The role requires safety focus, physical capability, and the ability to perform pre/post-trip inspections and

Qualifications

• Two (2) to five (5) years of experience operating commercial vehicles and/or heavy equipment in solid waste, public works, construction, transportation, or a related field.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid South Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain the required CDL within an established time frame.
• Experience operating roll-off trucks, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, loaders, excavators, skid steers, or similar equipment is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and heavy equipment in varying weather and working conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles and heavy equipment to transport municipal solid waste, recyclables, construction debris, and other materials between county facilities.
• Deliver, exchange, and retrieve roll-off containers following safe loading, hauling, and unloading procedures.
• Load trailers and manage waste materials using front-end loaders, excavators, skid steers, and related equipment.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, complete required vehicle reports, and identify maintenance needs.
• Comply with all DOT regulations, county policies, environmental regulations, and safety procedures.
• Assist with general solid waste operations, site maintenance, and emergency response activities, interacting courteously with residents and staff.

Skills

CDL Driving

Heavy Equipment Operation

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Roll-off Trucks

Front-end Loaders

Excavators

Job description

Description

Laurens County is seeking a dependable CDL Driver/Heavy Equipment Operator to support daily Solid Waste operations. This position is responsible for safely operating commercial vehicles, including roll-off trucks, tractor-trailers, dump trucks, and other specialized solid waste equipment, to transport municipal solid waste, recyclables, construction debris, and equipment throughout the county. Employees in this role also operate heavy equipment to load, unload, and manage waste materials at convenience centers, transfer stations, and other county facilities. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, customer-oriented, and experienced in commercial driving and equipment operation.

Requirements

• Safely operate Class A or Class B commercial vehicles, including roll-off trucks, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, hook-lift trucks, and other solid waste equipment.
• Transport municipal solid waste, recyclables, construction debris, and other materials between county facilities, convenience centers, transfer stations, and disposal sites.
• Deliver, exchange, and retrieve roll-off containers while following safe loading, hauling, and unloading procedures.
• Operate heavy equipment such as front-end loaders, excavators, skid steers, and other equipment to load trailers, manage waste materials, and maintain county solid waste facilities.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections, complete required vehicle reports, and identify maintenance needs.
• Comply with all DOT regulations, county policies, environmental regulations, and established safety procedures.
• Assist with general solid waste operations, site maintenance, and emergency response activities as needed.Provide courteous and professional service while interacting with residents, contractors, and county staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Two (2) to five (5) years of experience operating commercial vehicles and/or heavy equipment in solid waste, public works, construction, transportation, or a related field.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid South Carolina Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, or the ability to obtain the required CDL within an established time frame.
• Experience operating roll-off trucks, dump trucks, tractor-trailers, loaders, excavators, skid steers, or similar equipment is preferred.
• Ability to safely operate commercial vehicles and heavy equipment in varying weather and working conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds and perform physically demanding work.

Employees of the County of Laurens and applicants for employment shall be afforded equal opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, political affiliation, national origin, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, or age.

Reasonable accommodation(s) may be available to employees or applicants of this position under the ADA/ADAA if given prior notice by the employee or applicant.

The information contained within this document indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed by an employee within this classification. It is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or work required of employees assigned to this position.