Landfill Equipment Operator

City of High Point • High Point, NC

19h • Onsite

About The Position

The City of High Point is seeking a dependable and skilled Heavy Equipment Operator to support daily operations at the Kersey Valley landfill and Ingleside Compost facility. This hands-on role involves operating a variety of heavy machinery to move solid waste and compost materials, maintain haul roads and ditches, and support site upkeep. Duties include driving dump trucks, loaders, dozers, compactors, and other large equipment to move, level, and compact materials. The position also includes basic equipment maintenance, site cleanup such as collecting windblown debris, and occasional light computer work at the scale house. Operators assist with seasonal tasks like mowing, seeding, and planting, and may be called upon to support other departments during severe weather or emergency events. Work is performed outdoors in all weather conditions and requires attention to safety, teamwork, and the ability to follow operational guidelines. If you take pride in operating heavy equipment and supporting critical public services, this may be the right fit for you.

Requirements

• Selected candidate MUST have the ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL within 1 year of hire
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Must be 21 years of age
• Some experience with heavy equipment
• Ability to work extra hours as needed to meet facility operational needs
• Hearing/Speaking – Required to express and receive information through spoken word when communicating with co-workers, citizens, and applicants.
• Visual Abilities – Vision is required for this position: Acuity, far – Clear vision at 20 feet or more; necessary for observing employment tests, driving, or addressing an audience. Acuity, near – Clear vision at 20 inches or less; needed for reading business documents. Depth perception – Ability to see in three dimensions and judge distance and space relationships. Field of Vision – Must be able to see a wide area up, down, and side-to-side while focused on a single point. Accommodation – Ability to adjust focus quickly; important for work at varying distances.
• Physical Strength – Physical demands typically associated with this position include: Medium to Heavy Work: Exerting up to 20 pounds when using groundskeeping tools Exerting 20 to 50 pounds regularly Exerting up to 100 pounds occasionally when operating front-end loader, truck-tractor with lowboy trailer, tanker, trash-master compactor, earth-moving pans, bulldozer, flusher, tandem-axle dump truck, backhoe, and motor grader Periods of sedentary work while operating equipment; also includes walking, standing, and bending Reaching – Extending arms or hands in any direction Handling – Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or working with hands Fingering – Using fingers for pinching or picking tasks, rather than full-hand actions
• Reasoning Ability to apply logical thinking and knowledge of public personnel and employment laws to work tasks; must comprehend, respond promptly, and exercise sound judgment.
• Mathematics Ability Must apply arithmetic skills to count and ensure proper load distribution across landfill areas.
• Language Ability Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a valid NC Commercial (CDL) driver's license
• Some experience as a Mechanic
• English and Spanish Language skills

Responsibilities

• Operates foot-clutch truck-tractor with lowboy trailer to transport equipment between locations.
• Operates tanker truck to pump leachate at various job site locations; moves pumps, hoses, and related equipment as needed.
• Operates Trash-Master compactor to push, level, and compact waste and apply cover dirt at the landfill.
• Operates front-end loader at both the landfill and compost facility.
• Operates heavy earth-moving equipment including bulldozers, flushers, and other machinery at the landfill and Ingleside Compost Facility (ICF).
• Performs basic equipment maintenance, including greasing, servicing, and minor repairs or adjustments.
• Operates tandem dump truck to haul dirt for landfill cover or to transport Ingleside rejects.
• Operates backhoe and motor grader for construction and maintenance of haul roads and drainage ditches.
• Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, sowing grass seed, and planting trees.
• Installs and removes temporary perimeter fencing as needed.
• Walks the landfill perimeter to collect windblown trash and debris.
• Provides coverage at the scale house and assists with basic computer-related tasks.
• Follows all OSHA and City safety standards and policies; ensures work aligns with the NC DEQ-approved operations plan for the facility.
• Assists other Public Services departments during inclement weather, storm events, or declared emergencies.
• Cross-train with all equipment necessary for daily operations.

Benefits

• A guaranteed life-long monthly pension, once vested after 5 years of service
• 401K and 457B Retirement Plans
• PTO earned within first year
• 12 Paid Holidays per year
• Tuition Reimbursement Plan
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans effective day one
• vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees