Heavy Equipment Operator

Robeson County; Lumberton (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Robeson County is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to work at its landfill under general supervision. The role involves operating multiple heavy equipment types and performing maintenance tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience. A valid driver’s license is required, along with passing a pre-employment drug test.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in heavy equipment operation.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate various pieces of heavy equipment at the landfill.
• Perform minor preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Example of Duties:

• Under general supervision, performs skilled work at the County’s landfill.
• Work involves the operation of various pieces of heavy equipment, including but not limited to: excavator, articulated dump trucks, bulldozer, rubber tire loader, backhoe, landfill compactor and motor grader, to spread, pack, and cover refuse and debris.
• Also performs minor preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Reports to the Landfill Crew Leader.

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma; 2 years of training and experience in operation of heavy equipment; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Valid North Carolina driver’s license required upon hire and duration of employment.
• Out of state driver’s license will be accepted only if the individual is a permanent resident of that state.
• Must take and successfully pass a pre-employment drug test, Motor Vehicle Records driver license check, as well as submit to random, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident drug and alcohol testing.
• A criminal background check must be completed by the County of Robeson for potential applicants.

We are an equal opportunity employer
Robeson County Local Government considers applicants on the basis of qualifications and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, disability or any other legally protected status.

Application process: Applications are accepted ONLINE ONLY at https://robesoncountycareers.com/postings/1555. For application process inquiries, questions or concerns please contact April Ewing-Page in Human Resources at [phone] or by email [e-mail].