Senior Heavy Equipment Operator — CDL, Waste Services

City of Raleigh North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Raleigh is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator in the Solid Waste Services Department to operate automated collection trucks and mechanical arms on residential routes.

This role requires a NC CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days, a high school diploma or GED, and 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience; you will perform safety inspections, respond to missed collections, and support crews.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED; 3–5 years of heavy equipment operation experience.
• Ability to operate automated collection trucks and mechanical arms as required.
• Valid NC CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire; clean driving record.
• Knowledge of safety practices and vehicle inspection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Drives assigned vehicle on designated route to collect recycling, garbage, and yard waste.
• Supports routes and crews by performing skilled equipment operations and assisting coworkers.
• Assists with training of new hires.
• Reviews routes with Foremen to balance workload and reduce breakdowns.
• Responds to missed collections and customer inquiries on route.
• Uses in-vehicle technology to complete daily work tasks and reports.
• Transports loads to disposal facilities and unloads as required.
• Inspects vehicle before/after trips and completes DVIR for any issues.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Customer service

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Computer documentation software

Job description

City of Raleigh is seeking a Senior Heavy Equipment Operator in the Solid Waste Services Department to operate automated collection trucks and mechanical arms on residential routes.

This role requires a NC CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days, a high school diploma or GED, and 3–5 years of heavy equipment experience; you will perform safety inspections, respond to missed collections, and support crews.