MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Town of Cary; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Cary is seeking a dedicated MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR for its Public Works Department, essential for providing high-quality service to the community. This full-time position operates automated collection trucks, ensuring efficient refuse and recycling collection while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits from hire date

Qualifications

• Experience operating motorized/hydraulic equipment (3 years).
• Valid Class 'B' CDL with air brake endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Operate dual-drive, fully automated collection truck on residential routes.
• Assist disabled customers with special pick-ups.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections of the collection truck.

Skills

Operation of motorized/hydraulic equipment

Traffic laws knowledge

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Automated collection trucks

Job description

MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

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Description

Cary, NC believes that employees are one of our most important resources. The Public Works Department has an outstanding opportunity to join our team and support Cary’s commitment to providing excellent service to our citizens as an Equipment Operator within our Solid Waste division. As a Solid Waste/Recycling Equipment Operator, you will have a unique opportunity to change lives through exceptional service.

The equipment operator position involves routine work in operating a fully automated collection truck for residential refuse and recyclables, requiring attention to surroundings during operation.

Our ideal team member is hardworking, passionate about customer service, committed to teamwork and flexibility, and attentive to safety and cleanliness. They should take pride in their work and the impact they make in the Cary community.

Work is scheduled on a four-day week, typically Monday through Thursday, 10 hours per day, under supervision of a Solid Waste Operations Coordinator. These positions are "critical," requiring reporting during adverse weather or emergencies to maintain operations.

Typical Tasks:

• Operate a dual-drive, fully automated truck on residential routes, collecting refuse/recyclables.
• Assist disabled customers with special pick-ups.
• Use a mechanical arm to dump carts into the truck hopper, ensuring safety before proceeding.
• Operate the packer to load and unload materials.
• Drive routes, collecting from approximately 1,000 homes daily.
• Transport loads to disposal facilities and perform pre/post trip inspections.
• Complete activity logs and maintain the truck.
• Respond to citizen inquiries about department procedures.
• Other job-related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of traffic laws and safe operation of motorized/hydraulic equipment.
• Skill in operating large collection trucks.
• Ability to perform heavy manual work in various weather conditions.
• Ability to understand instructions, read maps, and perform routine maintenance.

Physical Requirements:

• Moderate physical work, including lifting and exposure to environmental conditions.
• Agility to get in/out of trucks and operate controls.
• Good vision and hearing to operate and monitor vehicle functions.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of experience with motorized/hydraulic equipment operation.

Special Requirements:

• Valid Class "B" CDL with acceptable driving record and air brake endorsement.
• NIMS training (provided).
• Background, drug tests, and reference checks required prior to employment.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cary provides equal employment opportunities regardless of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, disability, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Benefits: Cary offers comprehensive benefits, with significant investment in employee well-being, effective from the hire date.

Application Questions:

1. Do you possess a high school diploma or GED?
2. Do you have a current Class "B" CDL with a good driving record?
3. Do you have an air brake endorsement?
4. Years of experience operating automated trucks for waste collection?

Additional Details:

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Government Administration