Solid Waste Technician IV
for sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Only include sections if posting has real specific content. We must not repeat job title as heading. No Job ID etc. Remove boilerplate. Must preserve all substantive info.
Let's parse content.
The posting includes:
- "Follow your calling, Find your career Please apply by: 9/17/26 Salary Range: $28 - $33/hourly This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job."
- Then description about Mecklenburg County, LUESA, etc.
- Location: Hickory Grove Recycling Center address.
- Work Schedule: rotating schedule Monday - Saturday during the hours of 6:30am - 4:30pm.
- Position Summary (description).
- Essential Functions (list of duties).
- Experience Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, etc.)
- Licenses and Certifications (CDL etc.)
- Preferred Qualifications (experience in waste management field)
- Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (list)
- Skills (list again? Actually there is a "Skills" heading after Knowledge, Skills And Abilities? The text includes "Knowledge, Skills And Abilities" then a list, then "Skills" then another list. Might be duplication but we need to preserve.
- Abilities (list of adaptability etc.)
- Computer Skills (list)
- Work Environment (outdoor exposed to weather conditions)
- Selection (some ADA stuff)
- No Reasonable Accommodations Statement etc.
- Disclaimer Statement.
We need to extract sections: About the role (maybe the introductory paragraph about Mecklenburg County mission). Responsibilities (Essential Functions). Requirements (Minimum Qualifications). Qualifications (maybe Preferred Qualifications). Skills (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities plus Skills plus Abilities plus Computer Skills?). Benefits (none given). Pay (Salary Range). Schedule (Work Schedule). Also maybe Location? Not a heading but could be part of About the role or separate? Not required heading.
We must not create sections with placeholder text. So we include only those with real content.
We need to output HTML fragment only, no /. Use for section headings. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose.
We must not repeat job title as heading. No markdown fences.
Let's craft sections:
- About the role: include the paragraph about Mecklenburg County mission, LUESA, location maybe? Could include location as part of About the role. Use
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- Responsibilities: Essential Functions list. Use
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- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, combination). Also Licenses and Certifications maybe part of Requirements? Could be separate Qualifications? But we have both Requirements and Qualifications headings. We need to decide what goes where. Typically Requirements = minimum qualifications; Qualifications = preferred qualifications. We'll put Minimum Qualifications under Requirements. Licenses and Certifications could be part of Requirements as well (since they are required). We'll include them there.
- Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications (experience in waste management field). Also maybe Knowledge, Skills And Abilities? But that is more Skills. We'll treat Knowledge, Skills And Abilities as Skills section. Abilities maybe also Skills? But we have Abilities list separate; could be part of Skills as well. We'll combine Knowledge, Skills And Abilities, Skills, Abilities, Computer Skills into a single Skills section? Might be too much but we can separate: Skills (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities + Skills + Abilities + Computer Skills). However the instruction: Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have Skills heading and include all skill-related content.
Thus:
Skills: include Knowledge, Skills And Abilities list, Skills list, Abilities list, Computer Skills list.
We need to ensure we don't invent content. We'll copy the lists exactly as given, preserving details.
Pay: Salary Range: $28 - $33/hourly plus note about Pay rates based on education etc. We'll include that.
Schedule: Work Schedule: rotating schedule Monday - Saturday during the hours of 6:30am - 4:30pm.
We must not include boilerplate like "Please apply by: 9/17/26" maybe that's application instruction, which we should remove. The instruction says remove application instructions. So we drop "Please apply by: 9/17/26". Also remove "Follow your calling, Find your career" maybe tagline but could be part of About the role? It's not substantive? Might be considered fluff but we can keep as part of About the role? It's not essential but it's not boilerplate. However it's a tagline; we could keep it as part of About the role prose. It's not disallowed. We'll keep it.
We must not include EEO etc. There's a "Selection" section about ADA etc. That's maybe boilerplate? It's not exactly EEO but it's about reasonable accommodations. Might be considered boilerplate but it's substantive about accommodations. The instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. The Selection section includes ADA compliance and reasonable accommodations statement. That could be considered legal/EEO boilerplate. Safer to remove it. Also the "No Reasonable Accommodations Statement" and "Reasonable accommodations may be made..." is likely boilerplate. We'll drop those.
Disclaimer Statement also likely boilerplate; remove.
Thus final sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Pay, Schedule.
Let's extract content precisely.
About the role: We'll combine the introductory paragraph after tagline: "At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality." Also include location: "Location: This position will be at the Hickory Grove Recycling Center - located at 8007 Pence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215". Could be part of About the role.
We'll put that in
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Responsibilities: Essential Functions list:
- Perform load inspections on waste materials such as Yard Debris, Construction and Demolition Debris and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials
- Operate a variety of equipment in the processing, collection and disposal of recyclables, garbage, trash, and/or refuse. This includes large tub-grinders, angle-blade bulldozers, front-loaders and wheel loader vehicles.
- Perform complex maintenance and related care of Diesel equipment used in solid waste operations
- Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
- Drive semi-tractor trailers hauling materials and heavy equipment (walking floor trailers and lowboy trailers)
- Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
- Load and unloads heavy equipment from trucks and vehicles.
- Monitor the safety of job sites and co-workers
- Operate solid waste vehicles that require a CDL
- Work Environment may vary based on assigned duties
Note: The last bullet "Work Environment may vary based on assigned duties" maybe part of Work Environment but it's under Essential Functions. We'll keep as responsibility.
We'll format each as
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Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:
- Education Minimum of six years of experience. High School Diploma or equivalent
- Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
Also Licenses and Certifications:
- Requires County Driving Privileges
- Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S (School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials).
- Depending upon the area of assignment, may require a Waste Management Operators Certificate (Landfill) or Compost Facility Operators Certificate (Mulch Processing) or Transfer Station Operators Certificate, as required by State regulations and facility permit requirements.
We'll combine these under Requirements.
Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in the waste management field and be familiar with the nomenclature of terms, job hazards, and standard limitations of material acceptance.
Skills: We need to gather all skill-related lists.
First list under "Knowledge, Skills And Abilities":
- Knowledge of Equipment used in solid waste operations maintenance, and construction
- Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment
- Lock out Tag out procedures
- Customer service methodology, and communication with customers using disposal facilities
- Safe work practices and hazards associated with work
- Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities
- Thorough knowledge of state traffic laws and regulations
- Working knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance
- Working knowledge of computers
Second list under "Skills":
- Operating large complex Diesel and hydraulic equipment
- Performing work, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
- Ability to interpret written plans and permit requirements of solid waste facilities
- Ability to fill our daily forms in a paper or electronic format for fuel, pre/post trip of vehicles and other needs.
- Ability to train others in lower classes on the safe operation of heavy equipment
- Situational awareness of job sites, changing conditions and operating needs
- Ability to repair and diagnose equipment
- Skilled with using tools and related equipment
- Skill in the operation of a variety of heavy construction equipment
- Ability to read and comprehend maps
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs
- Ability to safely operate equipment
- Ability to lead others
- Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc
- Ability to comprehend and abide to safety practices
- Ability to maintain effective relationships with citizens, employees and supervisors
- Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Third list under "Abilities":
- Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
- Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
- Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
- Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
- Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
- Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
- Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise
Fourth list under "Computer Skills":
- Basic understanding of applicable computer programs
- Ability to use electronic
- for any list of duties/requirements/benefits. Use
for prose. We must not repeat job title as heading. No markdown fences. Let's craft sections: - About the role: include the paragraph about Mecklenburg County mission, LUESA, location maybe? Could include location as part of About the role. Use
. - Responsibilities: Essential Functions list. Use
- .
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, combination). Also Licenses and Certifications maybe part of Requirements? Could be separate Qualifications? But we have both Requirements and Qualifications headings. We need to decide what goes where. Typically Requirements = minimum qualifications; Qualifications = preferred qualifications. We'll put Minimum Qualifications under Requirements. Licenses and Certifications could be part of Requirements as well (since they are required). We'll include them there.
- Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications (experience in waste management field). Also maybe Knowledge, Skills And Abilities? But that is more Skills. We'll treat Knowledge, Skills And Abilities as Skills section. Abilities maybe also Skills? But we have Abilities list separate; could be part of Skills as well. We'll combine Knowledge, Skills And Abilities, Skills, Abilities, Computer Skills into a single Skills section? Might be too much but we can separate: Skills (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities + Skills + Abilities + Computer Skills). However the instruction: Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can have Skills heading and include all skill-related content. Thus: Skills: include Knowledge, Skills And Abilities list, Skills list, Abilities list, Computer Skills list. We need to ensure we don't invent content. We'll copy the lists exactly as given, preserving details. Pay: Salary Range: $28 - $33/hourly plus note about Pay rates based on education etc. We'll include that. Schedule: Work Schedule: rotating schedule Monday - Saturday during the hours of 6:30am - 4:30pm. We must not include boilerplate like "Please apply by: 9/17/26" maybe that's application instruction, which we should remove. The instruction says remove application instructions. So we drop "Please apply by: 9/17/26". Also remove "Follow your calling, Find your career" maybe tagline but could be part of About the role? It's not substantive? Might be considered fluff but we can keep as part of About the role? It's not essential but it's not boilerplate. However it's a tagline; we could keep it as part of About the role prose. It's not disallowed. We'll keep it. We must not include EEO etc. There's a "Selection" section about ADA etc. That's maybe boilerplate? It's not exactly EEO but it's about reasonable accommodations. Might be considered boilerplate but it's substantive about accommodations. The instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate. The Selection section includes ADA compliance and reasonable accommodations statement. That could be considered legal/EEO boilerplate. Safer to remove it. Also the "No Reasonable Accommodations Statement" and "Reasonable accommodations may be made..." is likely boilerplate. We'll drop those. Disclaimer Statement also likely boilerplate; remove. Thus final sections: About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Pay, Schedule. Let's extract content precisely. About the role: We'll combine the introductory paragraph after tagline: "At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality." Also include location: "Location: This position will be at the Hickory Grove Recycling Center - located at 8007 Pence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215". Could be part of About the role. We'll put that in
. Responsibilities: Essential Functions list: - Perform load inspections on waste materials such as Yard Debris, Construction and Demolition Debris and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials - Operate a variety of equipment in the processing, collection and disposal of recyclables, garbage, trash, and/or refuse. This includes large tub-grinders, angle-blade bulldozers, front-loaders and wheel loader vehicles. - Perform complex maintenance and related care of Diesel equipment used in solid waste operations - Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles - Drive semi-tractor trailers hauling materials and heavy equipment (walking floor trailers and lowboy trailers) - Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools - Load and unloads heavy equipment from trucks and vehicles. - Monitor the safety of job sites and co-workers - Operate solid waste vehicles that require a CDL - Work Environment may vary based on assigned duties Note: The last bullet "Work Environment may vary based on assigned duties" maybe part of Work Environment but it's under Essential Functions. We'll keep as responsibility. We'll format each as
- . Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: - Education Minimum of six years of experience. High School Diploma or equivalent - Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes Also Licenses and Certifications: - Requires County Driving Privileges - Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S (School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials). - Depending upon the area of assignment, may require a Waste Management Operators Certificate (Landfill) or Compost Facility Operators Certificate (Mulch Processing) or Transfer Station Operators Certificate, as required by State regulations and facility permit requirements. We'll combine these under Requirements. Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in the waste management field and be familiar with the nomenclature of terms, job hazards, and standard limitations of material acceptance. Skills: We need to gather all skill-related lists. First list under "Knowledge, Skills And Abilities": - Knowledge of Equipment used in solid waste operations maintenance, and construction - Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this equipment - Lock out Tag out procedures - Customer service methodology, and communication with customers using disposal facilities - Safe work practices and hazards associated with work - Use of the tools, equipment, supplies, and methods used in the maintenance activities - Thorough knowledge of state traffic laws and regulations - Working knowledge of heavy equipment maintenance - Working knowledge of computers Second list under "Skills": - Operating large complex Diesel and hydraulic equipment - Performing work, sometimes in adverse weather conditions - Ability to interpret written plans and permit requirements of solid waste facilities - Ability to fill our daily forms in a paper or electronic format for fuel, pre/post trip of vehicles and other needs. - Ability to train others in lower classes on the safe operation of heavy equipment - Situational awareness of job sites, changing conditions and operating needs - Ability to repair and diagnose equipment - Skilled with using tools and related equipment - Skill in the operation of a variety of heavy construction equipment - Ability to read and comprehend maps - Ability to work independently - Ability to perform routine equipment maintenance and make minor repairs - Ability to safely operate equipment - Ability to lead others - Ability to work outside with regular exposure to severe weather, noxious fumes, high levels of dust, etc - Ability to comprehend and abide to safety practices - Ability to maintain effective relationships with citizens, employees and supervisors - Ability to follow oral and written instructions Third list under "Abilities": - Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures - Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided - Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals - Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time - Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently - Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards - Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise Fourth list under "Computer Skills": - Basic understanding of applicable computer programs - Ability to use electronic
- .
- Requirements: Minimum Qualifications (education, experience, combination). Also Licenses and Certifications maybe part of Requirements? Could be separate Qualifications? But we have both Requirements and Qualifications headings. We need to decide what goes where. Typically Requirements = minimum qualifications; Qualifications = preferred qualifications. We'll put Minimum Qualifications under Requirements. Licenses and Certifications could be part of Requirements as well (since they are required). We'll include them there.
- Qualifications: Preferred Qualifications (experience in waste management field). Also maybe Knowledge, Skills And Abilities? But that is more Skills. We'll treat Knowledge, Skills And Abilities as Skills section. Abilities maybe also Skills? But we have Abilities list separate; could be part of Skills as well. We'll combine Knowledge, Skills And Abilities, Skills, Abilities, Computer Skills into a single Skills section? Might be too much but we can separate: Skills (Knowledge, Skills And Abilities + Skills + Abilities + Computer Skills). However the instruction: Use