Solid Waste Equipment Operator I

About the role

This position involves performing intermediate semiskilled work operating sanitation and related equipment in the collection and transportation of residential solid waste. It is performed under the regular supervision of the Solid Waste Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Operates solid waste collection trucks and related equipment.
• Operates residential solid waste collection truck picking up household refuse, yard waste, and other materials as directed.
• Operates boom truck picking up limbs, brush and appliances.
• Operates commercial solid waste collection truck on interim or training basis.
• Transports trash and garbage to disposal site.
• Operates hydraulic mechanisms for compressing and dumping refuse.
• Cleans refuse truck and equipment.
• Picks up dead animals as directed.
• Collects yard waste such as limbs and vines.
• Emergency call backs; storm prep and clean up.
• Affords assistance with snow and ice removal; cleans catch basins; picks up litter;
• Clears and trims trees; mows grass;
• Operates dump truck, roller, box blade, tractors, sweeper, backhoe;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Requirements

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Experience in the operation of automotive equipment.
• Possession of a NC CDL Class B License.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - General knowledge of the operation and servicing of automotive equipment; thorough knowledge of traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; thorough knowledge of safe driving practices and occupational hazards of the work; skill in the operation of automotive equipment; ability to understand and follow specific oral instructions; ability to detect signs of the mechanical failure of the automotive and packing equipment; ability to read and write; good physical condition; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Skills

• None specified.

Benefits

The Town of Carrboro offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to all permanent employees. This includes health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, flexible spending account, paid time off, paid caregiver leave, paid holidays, local government retirement system, supplemental retirement plan, disability and life insurance, employee assistance program, tuition assistance, bilingual/multilingual compensation program, and additional benefits like O2 Fitness membership and credit union eligibility.

Pay

The pay for this position is not specified in the job posting.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is not specified in the job posting.