MRF Equipment Operator I

High Point Museum; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated MRF Equipment Operator I to join their team. This role involves operating heavy machinery such as front-end loaders and forklifts to manage recyclable materials at a Material Recovery Facility. The ideal candidate will have experience with heavy equipment, a strong commitment to safety, and the ability to lift heavy loads. Join a diverse workforce dedicated to making a positive impact in the community while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions. If you're ready to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment is required.
• Must have a valid NC Driver's License and good safety record.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment to load and separate recyclables.
• Perform maintenance on equipment and assist on the sorting line.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Front-end Loader

Skid Steer

Forklift

Baler

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Job Description

Who We Are

At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Building on our rich cultural history steeped in industrialism and innovation, our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.

We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!

The City of High Point is currently seeking a MRF Equipment Operator I that performs responsible semi-skilled work operating a front-end loader, skid steer and forklift in the movement and separation of recyclable material at the city's Material Recovery Facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Essential Tasks

• Operates equipment loading recyclables onto conveyors, loading into baler hopper, dumping recycling baskets and loading scrap metal, white goods, and glass into roll-offs.
• Operates skid steer in loading recyclables onto conveyors, moving cardboard, wood and metals into appropriate areas and moving recycling baskets in and out daily; roll-off containers and compactor.
• Operates rotary broom to sweep and scrub tipping floor.
• Operates forklift transporting and loading bales of recyclables onto semi-trailers.
• Checks recycling and residual baskets under sorting lines and replaces when full.
• Services equipment by greasing and blow out filters, does pre trip inspections daily.
• Operates light equipment and assists on the sorting line when needed.
• Able to communicate and properly use handheld radio.
• Operates balers, strappers.
• Fuel equipment as needed.
• Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.
• Participates in special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience with heavy equipment is required.
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds or more with assistance.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Must have good driving and safety records.
• Valid NC Driver's License.
• Preferred Skills
• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience as a Mechanic.
• NC CDL.

Physical Requirements

• Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers including co-workers, citizens, and applicants.
• Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position:
• Acuity, far - clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.
• Acuity, near - clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.
• Depth perception - Three-dimensional vision and the ability to judge distance and space relationships.
• Field of Vision - the area that can be seen up and down or to the right or left while eyes are focused on one point.
• Accommodation - Must be able to adjust the eye lens to glance quickly.
• Physical Strength - degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include:
• Light Work
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally; and/or
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently; and
• A negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position.

Environmental Conditions

• The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Worker is required to work in extremely hot weather and extremely cold weather without heat in the winter and air conditioning in the summer.
• Hazards - Employee will be exposed to trash and garbage as well as various other items as discarded.

Our Commitments

The City of High Point is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer which celebrates diversity and seeks to attract and retain the best qualified partners in service to the Citizens of the City of High Point. The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.

The City of High Point is committed to providing a safe, comfortable working environment to all employees. To that end, we are proud to comply with all Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements, as well as make reasonable accommodations to candidates and employees as we are able in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).