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Town of Hillsborough

Municipal Sanitation and Equipment Operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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A Waste Truck Driver drives waste trucks, helping collect, transport and dispose of household and industrial waste.

$28,725 / year median in North Carolina

+9% projected growth

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Job Description

Learn more and apply for this postion at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/hillsboroughnc The Town of Hillsborough is seeking a skilled Equipment Operator to support municipal public works operations, including sanitation and solid waste collection, trash-route collection, CDL driving work, and the operation of light- to heavy-duty equipment for grounds and street maintenance and repair. Work includes supporting street maintenance, right-of-way work, parks and facilities upkeep, storm response, and customer service activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The following duties are representative of this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Operates CDL-required vehicles on assigned municipal trash routes, including solid waste trucks, rear-loaders, automated side-loaders, grapple trucks, leaf trucks, and dump trucks. Collects residential refuse, yard waste, downtown trash receptacles, park litter, and facility waste; provides "back-door" service for qualified residents and delivers rollout carts; transports collected materials to the landfill. Performs asphalt maintenance and repair using hotbox equipment, cold-patch materials, and related tools. Performs town park facility maintenance (picnic shelters, restrooms, playgrounds and fields), trail maintenance, and stormwater facility upkeep. Performs emergency and safety operations for severe weather cleanup and routine maintenance, tree removal, and public right-of-way debris removal; serves on call for emergencies. Installs seasonal décor; supports special events with delivery of recycling and garbage containers and barricades and litter collection; provides setup and clean up for town functions; provides maintenance for town clock. Conducts routine servicing and cleaning of trucks and equipment; ensures safe work zones and proper traffic control. Communicates with residents regarding routes, policies, code compliance, and service notices. Performs other duties as required.
Position Qualifications:
Education, Experience and Career Progression:
High School Diploma/GED and 6 months of related experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Licensure, Certification, and Specialized Training:
Required at hire: Class B Commercial Driver's License. Required within 6 months: Class A Commercial Driver's License Aerial Lift Truck certification National Incident Management System Certification levels 100, 700, and 800
Preferred:
NC LTAP Road Scholar and Advanced Road Scholar. Certifications required for continued employment, including the Class A CDL, Aerial Lift Truck certification, and NIMS 100/700/800, are fully employer-funded . Training, coursework, and testing for these credentials are conducted on work time and associated fees are covered by the Town of Hillsborough . Training and coursework for career progression is also supported by the town.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$44,489.18 - $71,182.69 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person