Waste Truck & Equipment Operator

City of Columbia SC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

City of Columbia SC is seeking a capable individual to operate solid waste and other City trucks, and to perform maintenance on City facilities and infrastructure. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of experience, and a valid South Carolina Class D Driver’s License.

Work includes physical tasks and safety-conscious operation of equipment. Incumbents will maintain and repair assigned tools, follow city policies, and support co-workers with various duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• Valid South Carolina Class D Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operates trucks and/or specialty trucks to load/unload materials and maintain City properties.
• Operates dump trucks, bucket trucks, vacuum trucks, street sweepers, and other trucks as needed.
• Loads/unloads materials onto vehicles and uses hand and power tools as required.
• Inspects equipment and reports defects or maintenance needs.
• Performs routine maintenance and cleaning of tools and equipment.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, laws, and safety standards.

Skills

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Columbia SC is seeking a capable individual to operate solid waste and other City trucks, and to perform maintenance on City facilities and infrastructure. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, one year of experience, and a valid South Carolina Class D Driver’s License.

Work includes physical tasks and safety-conscious operation of equipment. Incumbents will maintain and repair assigned tools, follow city policies, and support co-workers with various duties as needed.