Equipment Operator- Solid Waste

City of Concord; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Equipment Operator for solid waste management. This exciting role involves operating heavy machinery such as front-end loaders and dump trucks, ensuring efficient waste collection and street cleaning. Candidates should possess a valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License and have experience with construction equipment. Join a team that values safety and efficiency while making a positive impact on the community. If you're ready to take on a vital role in maintaining our city's cleanliness and infrastructure, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of relevant experience in equipment operation.
• Knowledge of construction principles and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Operate and transport various heavy equipment for waste collection.
• Perform daily routes for waste collection and street cleaning.

Skills

Reading and interpreting data

Operating a computer and applicable software applications

Applying customer service principles

Operating equipment and tools

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Tools

Front-end loader

Backhoe

Knuckle boom

Roll off truck

Bobcat

Dump truck

Hydro seeder

Job description

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The purpose of this position is to operate and transport equipment to assist in construction projects, waste collection, and street cleaning.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Transports, sets up, and operates equipment, including, but not limited to: front-end loader, backhoe, knuckle boom, roll off truck, bobcat, rear loader, dump truck, and hydro seeder.
• Performs daily routes to collect waste or clean streets.
• Generates and completes assigned work orders and documents daily activities.
• Completes inspection and/or pre-operational checklist on equipment and requests or performs preventative maintenance and cleaning.
• Provides information to and assists customers.
  
  

Supplemental Functions

• Performs other similar duties as required.
  
  

Knowledge

Job Specifications and Qualifications:

• Construction principles and practices
• Construction equipment and tools
• Equipment operation and maintenance
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations
  
  

Licensing And Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License.
  
  

PLEASE NOTE: Applicants must meet the City criteria for an acceptable driving record.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class require: standing, fine dexterity, walking, lifting, carrying, sitting, reaching, handling, kneeling, pushing/pulling, climbing, vision, foot controls, balancing, bending, crouching, hearing, twisting, talking.
• Very Heavy: Exerting over 100 pounds occasionally, 50 - 100 pounds frequently, or from 20 up to 50 pounds constantly.
• Incumbents may be subjected to extreme temperature, wetness and/or humidity, respiratory hazards, noise and vibration, physical hazards.
  
  

Required Skills

• Reading and interpreting data
• Operating a computer and applicable software applications
• Applying customer service principles
• Operating equipment and tools
• Communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction
  
  

Required Experience

High school diploma or equivalency, with at least one (1) year of relevant experience; or the City may consider an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

If multiple applications are submitted to an individual position, only the most recent application received prior to the posting closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM on the closing date.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of the positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position. The employer actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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