Labor Crew Chief II

City of Charlotte; Belmont (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Charlotte is seeking a Labor Crew Chief II to support the Field Operations Supervisor in daily solid waste collection operations on the 3rd shift. This leadership role oversees crews handling garbage, yard waste, bulky items, and special services, and requires strong customer service and safety focus.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent, five years of relevant experience, a valid CDL (Class A or B), and the ability to work nights outdoors in all weather.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or Equivalent plus five years of relevant work experience.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to obtain a City Driver’s Permit.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, or other unusual hours.
• Ability to perform outdoor duties in all weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead crews in daily solid waste collection and supervise operations.
• Coordinate crew activities and maintain operational and administrative reports.
• Demonstrate strong customer service, communication, and safety practices.

Skills

Public interaction

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Valid CDL (Class A or B)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Emerald

Kronos

Job description

Department: Solid Waste Services Department

Salary: $25.00 - $35.13 Commensurate with Experience

Welcome to the City of Charlotte

Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Our guiding principles include:

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce
• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development
• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services
• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems
• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

SUMMARY

The Labor Crew Chief II will primarily assist the Field Operations Supervisor and Operations Supervisor with the day-to-day operational services.

Schedule: 3rd Shift

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Labor Crew Chief II serves in an operational team lead capacity under the guidance of the Field Operations Supervisor; Assists in the supervision of crews whose primary function is the daily collection of solid waste for areas including special services, garbage, yard waste, bulky and the CATS Goldline; Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, written/verbal communication and customer service skills; Work involves extensive public contact.

The Labor Crew Chief II exercises independent judgment and makes sound operational decisions to ensure that established performance standards and safety practices are met; Displays considerable knowledge of methods and practices in the Solid Waste Industry and assists in the coordination of crew activities within established guidelines; Assists in preparation and maintenance of operational and administrative reports.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software, Emerald & Kronos.
• Ability to obtain a City Driver’s Permit. Requires a Class ‘A’ or ‘B’ CDL
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, holidays, or other unusual hours in support of special events or emergency response.
• Must be able to perform outdoor duties during all weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Sitting, standing, bending, twisting, reaching, kneeling, carrying
• Driving (75%)
• Walking (Up to 5 miles) and/or for extended periods of time
• Climbing (12 feet)
• Lifting (100 lbs.)
• Ability to operate small hand tools
• Ability to perform light manual labor in the course of supporting field operations, demonstrating workrequirements, providing training, or other duties as required.
• Operate cars, light trucks or vans on a regular basis. Occasionally operate a variety of other light toheavy-duty equipment in the course of demonstrating or assessing equipment use or capabilities.
• Work involves frequent outside exposure under all weather conditions; may also include exposure tomachinery, moving vehicles, loud noise, large crowds and slippery or uneven surfaces.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Supervisory Experience
• Previous manual labor experience

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Graduate or Equivalent and five years relevant work experience
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License

SALARY RANGE

$30.00-$32.15 per hour

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre‑employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.

Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

BENEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

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The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol‑free workplace.