Maintenance Worker II

City of Burlington NC • Burlington, NC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine manual work in the collection of garbage, trash, and yard waste in the Solid waste Division of the Public Works department. Contributes to a dedicated crew responsible for collecting trash, yard waste, and large items like furniture and appliances from roadways, ensuring a clean and well-maintained environment. Efficiently cleans areas around trash cans and picks up scattered debris, contributing to the overall cleanliness of public spaces. Supports the disposal process by helping to unload solid waste at the landfill, ensuring proper waste management. Assists in the cleaning and upkeep of collection trucks and tools, ensuring all equipment is ready for efficient operation. Works diligently to maintain a safe environment for both self and team members, prioritizing safety in every task. Operates light-duty vehicles (under 26,000 pounds) such as pickup trucks when required, assisting in waste collection and transportation. Uses a Novo Solutions device to log pickup locations and report areas that need attention, helping optimize collection routes and identify challenges. Performs related tasks as needed, always ready to contribute wherever the team requires support.

Requirements

• Awareness of Occupational Hazards
• Physical Stamina
• Weather-Resilient
• Safety-Focused
• High School Diploma or GED equivalency is preferred
• 6 months of work experience in general maintenance and working outdoors
• Valid North Carolina Driver’s License
• Ability to perform strenuous manual labor consistently.
• Ability to maintain a steady work pace during extended hours.
• Ability to adapt to varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to continuously adhere to safety guidelines.
• Ability to use appropriate protective measures while working in traffic and handling potentially hazardous materials.
• Ability to physically perform climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing, feeling and repetitive motions.
• Ability to perform heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects and pick up 50 pounds of weight without assistance.
• Possess visual acuity to operate a solid waste vehicle collecting garbage and refuse.

Responsibilities

• Collecting trash, yard waste, and large items like furniture and appliances from roadways.
• Cleaning areas around trash cans and picking up scattered debris.
• Assisting to unload solid waste at the landfill.
• Assisting in the cleaning and upkeep of collection trucks and tools.
• Maintaining a safe environment for self and team members.
• Operating light-duty vehicles (under 26,000 pounds) such as pickup trucks.
• Using a Novo Solutions device to log pickup locations and report areas that need attention.
• Performing related tasks as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED