MRF Equipment Operator I

City of High Point•Jamestown, NC

37d•$18 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

Performs responsible semi-skilled work operating a front-end loader, skid steer and forklift in the movement and separation of recyclable material at the city’s Material Recovery Facility; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision.

Requirements

Experience with heavy equipment is required.
Must be able to lift to 50 pounds or more with assistance.
Must be 18 years of age.
Must have good driving and safety records.
Valid Driver’s License in North Carolina or another state

Nice To Haves

High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
Experience as a Mechanic
NC CDL

Responsibilities

Operates equipment loading recyclables onto conveyors, loading into baler hopper, dumping recycling baskets and loading scrap metal, white goods, and glass into roll-offs.
Operates loader and skid steer loading recyclables onto conveyors, moving cardboard, wood and metals into appropriate areas and moving recycling baskets in and out daily; roll-off containers and compactor.
Operates rotary broom to sweep and scrub tipping floor.
Operates forklift transporting and loading bales of recyclables onto semi-trailers.
Checks recycling and residual baskets under sorting lines and replaces when full.
Services equipment by greasing and blow out filters, does pre trip inspections daily.
Operates light equipment and assists on the sorting line when needed.
Able to communicate and properly use handheld radio.
Operates balers, strappers.
Fuel equipment as needed.
Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.
Participates in special projects and other duties as assigned