Equipment Operator III - Collections
Charleston County Government · Ladson, SC · 2 mo ago
Manufacturing$24.25–$31.76/hrFull-time
Duties and Responsibilities
- Safe and efficient operations of recycling and waste collections heavy equipment including, but not limited to, roll off trucks, grapple trucks, and rear loaders.
- Load and transport refuse, containers and compactors to designated recycling and/or disposal facilities.
- Daily completion of pre-trip and post-trip Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) to ensure equipment is in proper working order and maintenance issues are addressed quickly.
- Routine servicing and light maintenance of assigned equipment.
Minimum Qualifications
- Position requires a high school diploma (or GED).
- Four (4) years experience in the operation of complex motor equipment and/or commercial trucks.
- Applicants must possess a valid SC Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class B. Class A CDL is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Ability to lift 60 pounds.
- Ability to read maps, route sheets and/or use GPS navigating devices.
- Excellent customer service skills.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- A comprehensive benefits package including:
- Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance.
- Optional Life and Disability Insurance.
- Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
- Annual and Sick Leave.
- Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays.
- South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan.
- Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable).
- Optional Deferred Compensation Program.
- Longevity and Merit Pay Increases.
Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Employee Well-being Program.