Waste Management Equipment Operator III

Mecklenburg County Government; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County Government’s LUESA division seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator at the North Meck Recycling Center in Huntersville, NC. The role involves operating equipment, handling solid waste and HHW, and upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a CDL Class A or B with endorsements. Expect outdoor work with rotating weekends and daily pre/post trip inspections.

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of directly related experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Responsibilities

• Operate large heavy equipment in recycling collection and disposal.
• Perform routine maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Direct customers at solid waste centers or landfill.
• Complete daily Pre/Post trip inspections and fuel logs.
• Ensure compliance with safety programs and waste standards.
• Monitor loads for unacceptable materials.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Customer service

Reading labels/waste types

Pre/post trip inspections

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Mecklenburg County Government’s LUESA division seeks a skilled heavy equipment operator at the North Meck Recycling Center in Huntersville, NC. The role involves operating equipment, handling solid waste and HHW, and upholding safety and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate has at least four years of related experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a CDL Class A or B with endorsements. Expect outdoor work with rotating weekends and daily pre/post trip inspections.