Sanitation Route Technician – CDL Required

Town of Spring Lake; Spring Lake (NC); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Spring Lake is hiring a Sanitation Maintenance Technician to operate sanitation vehicles and perform solid waste collection and disposal tasks on assigned routes. The role supports recycling, yard debris, and bulk items, with emphasis on safety and reliability for residents.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, 1 year of heavy equipment experience, and a valid NC CDL (Class A or B). The job is full-time, outdoors, with occasional emergencies or extended hours.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: At least one year operating heavy equipment or commercial vehicles, preferably in sanitation or solid waste collection.
• License: Valid North Carolina CDL, Class A or B.

Responsibilities

• Operate sanitation vehicles, including rear-load and knuckle boom trucks, to collect and transport solid waste, recycling, yard debris, and bulk items.
• Collect and load refuse, brush, white goods, and other materials along assigned routes.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections and routine preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles and equipment.
• Ensure collection areas are clean, and containers are properly returned after service.
• Identify and report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, and service-related concerns.
• Respond professionally to citizen questions and concerns regarding sanitation services.
• Follow established safety procedures, traffic regulations, and proper waste-handling practices.
• Assist with storm debris removal, emergency cleanup, and other Public Works operations as needed.
• Maintain assigned vehicles, tools, and work areas in a clean and orderly condition.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Sanitation procedures

Safety practices

Operate sanitation trucks

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Town of Spring Lake is hiring a Sanitation Maintenance Technician to operate sanitation vehicles and perform solid waste collection and disposal tasks on assigned routes. The role supports recycling, yard debris, and bulk items, with emphasis on safety and reliability for residents.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, 1 year of heavy equipment experience, and a valid NC CDL (Class A or B). The job is full-time, outdoors, with occasional emergencies or extended hours.