Public Works Equipment Operator – CDL Driver

Town of Hillsborough; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Hillsborough is seeking an Equipment Operator to support municipal public works operations, including sanitation and solid waste collection, trash-route collection, CDL driving work, and the operation of light- to heavy-duty equipment for grounds and street maintenance and repair.

Training, progression, and certifications are provided, with a structured pay-grade ladder and annual adjustments. The role emphasizes safety, resident communication, and reliable service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 6 months related experience.
• Class B CDL required at hire; Class A CDL, Aerial Lift Truck certification and NIMS 100/700/800 within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Operate CDL vehicles on municipal trash routes (solid waste trucks, rear-loaders, automated side-loaders, grapple trucks, leaf trucks, dump trucks).
• Collect residential refuse, yard waste, park litter, and facility waste; provide back-door service for qualified residents and deliver rollout carts; transport to landfill.

Skills

Operate heavy equipment

Customer service

Communication

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma/GED

6 months related experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

GIS

Field-service apps

Job description

The Town of Hillsborough is seeking an Equipment Operator to support municipal public works operations, including sanitation and solid waste collection, trash-route collection, CDL driving work, and the operation of light- to heavy-duty equipment for grounds and street maintenance and repair.

Training, progression, and certifications are provided, with a structured pay-grade ladder and annual adjustments. The role emphasizes safety, resident communication, and reliable service.