Solid Waste Field Operator — Traffic & Site Support

City of Winston-Salem, NC; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a landfill worker to perform intermediate semi-skilled tasks under supervision. You will direct traffic at the landfill drop-off area, assist customers with waste off-loading, and perform routine manual labor and maintenance tasks as assigned.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and basic knowledge of safety practices from related work. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and minimal experience working in a landfill, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Directs traffic at customer drop‑off area; assists customers with off‑loading of waste into dumpsters.
• Picks up paper and debris on public property; performs routine unskilled manual work.
• Performs various maintenance duties at landfill.

Skills

Manual labor

Arithmetic

Customer service

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Winston-Salem, NC is seeking a landfill worker to perform intermediate semi-skilled tasks under supervision. You will direct traffic at the landfill drop-off area, assist customers with waste off-loading, and perform routine manual labor and maintenance tasks as assigned.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and basic knowledge of safety practices from related work. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions.