Heavy Equipment Operator

Cabarrus County North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabarrus County North Carolina is seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform skilled work in landfill operations. The role includes operating various heavy machinery and performing related maintenance tasks under supervision. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in heavy equipment operation. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and requires work on weekends and occasional overtime.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Child care support

Qualifications

• Experience in the operation of heavy equipment is preferred.
• Landfill Operations Certification required within 12 months.
• Possession of appropriate commercial driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment in landfill operations.
• Service and maintain equipment.
• Perform related tasks as required.

Skills

Knowledge of heavy construction equipment operation

Ability to follow oral and written directions

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range

$38,604.80/yr - $46,176.00/yr

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Talent Acquisition Specialist, HR, Cabarrus County North Carolina

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hiring range for this position is $36,441.60 - $43,555.20. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 12

.
The work schedule for this position is Tuesday -Friday 7:30am-5pm and Saturday 8am-2p

m.
General Definition of Wo

rk:Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work involving the operation of landfill and heavy equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervisi

on.
Examples of Du

ties
Essential Functions/Typical T

asks:Operating heavy equipment in the operation and maintenance of the landfill; servicing and maintaining equip

ment.(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functi

ons.)* Opens and closes landfill working a

reas.* Operates a front-end loader tractor, pan, motor grader, compactor, dozer and related equipment in the operation and maintenance of a land

fill.* Places and compacts refuse and covers with e

arth.* Clears land for expansion of landfill, including cutting of trees for disposal and fire

wood.* Opens and maintains access r

oads.* Services and makes minor repairs to equip

ment.* Maintains equipment log, including daily walk around inspection and safety equipment c

heck.* Assists with snow removal and spreading

sand.* Operates a variety of small power equip

ment.* Assists mechanic with major repairs to heavy equipment as ne

eded.* May assist with gate attendant du

ties.* Performs related tasks as requ

ired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abil

ities:General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment; general knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; general knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment; general knowledge and ability to identify and handle infectious and hazardous waste properly; skill and care in the operation of several types of construction equipment; ability to operate vehicles and equipment fitted with automatic transmission; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equi

pment.

Minimum Education / Experience requ

irements
Education and Ex

perience:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment and some experience in mechanical equipment repair is strongly p

referred.
Management Pr

• eference: Experience in the operation of heavy
• equipment.Experience in mechanical equipme
• nt rep

air.NC CDL
This position requires working Saturdays, some evenings, and overtime hours

as needed.
Special R

equirements:Landfill Operations Certification required within twelve months of employment. Some overtime and after-hours work is required. Possession of appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina preferred. May require possession of weighmast

ers license.
Physical

Requirements:This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditio

ns, and oils.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The application review process will take place immediately and continue until the position is filled. This recruitment may close any time after the first review or when a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.

Hiring range for this position is $36,441.60 - $43,555.20. Initial placement for new employees is customarily at entry level through 35% percentile. Pay grade for this position is 12

.
The work schedule for this position is Tuesday -Friday 7:30am-5pm and Saturday 8am-2p

m.
General Definition of Wo

rk:Performs intermediate semiskilled and skilled work involving the operation of landfill and heavy equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervisi

on.
Examples of Du

ties
Essential Functions/Typical T

asks:Operating heavy equipment in the operation and maintenance of the landfill; servicing and maintaining equip

ment.(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functi

ons.)* Opens and closes landfill working a

reas.* Operates a front-end loader tractor, pan, motor grader, compactor, dozer and related equipment in the operation and maintenance of a land

fill.* Places and compacts refuse and covers with e

arth.* Clears land for expansion of landfill, including cutting of trees for disposal and fire

wood.* Opens and maintains access r

oads.* Services and makes minor repairs to equip

ment.* Maintains equipment log, including daily walk around inspection and safety equipment c

heck.* Assists with snow removal and spreading

sand.* Operates a variety of small power equip

ment.* Assists mechanic with major repairs to heavy equipment as ne

eded.* May assist with gate attendant du

ties.* Performs related tasks as requ

ired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abil

ities:General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing heavy construction equipment; general knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; general knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment; general knowledge and ability to identify and handle infectious and hazardous waste properly; skill and care in the operation of several types of construction equipment; ability to operate vehicles and equipment fitted with automatic transmission; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equi

pment.

Minimum Education / Experience requ

irements
Education and Ex

perience:Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school. Experience in the operation of heavy equipment and some experience in mechanical equipment repair is strongly p

referred.
Management Pr

• eference: Experience in the operation of heavy
• equipment.Experience in mechanical equipme
• nt rep

air.NC CDL
This position requires working Saturdays, some evenings, and overtime hours

as needed.
Special R

equirements:Landfill Operations Certification required within twelve months of employment. Some overtime and after-hours work is required. Possession of appropriate commercial driver's license valid in the State of North Carolina preferred. May require possession of weighmast

ers license.
Physical

Requirements:This is medium work requiring the exertion of 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects, and some heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; work requires climbing, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditio

ns, and oils.

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

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• Employment type

  Full-time

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