Sanitation Technician I

Town of Mooresville • Mooresville, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Sanitation Technician I performs routine manual work in the collection of garbage, trash, and yard waste within the Sanitation Section of the Public Works Division. Working as part of a collection crew, this position helps collect residential and commercial refuse, removes loose debris, and assists with maintaining sanitation vehicles and equipment. This is a physically demanding position that requires the ability to perform heavy manual work continuously over extended periods and in varying weather conditions. Employees are expected to work safely, support their coworkers, and follow applicable OSHA standards, including those related to bloodborne pathogens.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Works as a member of a trash, yard waste, or garbage collection crew to load trash, debris, and junked furniture and appliances from roadsides.
• Cleans areas around cans and picks up loose trash.
• Assists with dumping solid waste at the transfer site or landfill.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools.
• Watches out for the safety of coworkers.
• May operate non-CDL-required vehicles as needed.
• Performs related duties as required.

Benefits

• 5% Town contribution to your 401(k)
• Choice of three medical plans, including an HSA plan with Town contributions
• Town-paid life insurance at 1.5× annual salary
• Fully paid short- and long-term disability coverage (up to $8,000 per month)
• Wellness Incentive Program, with A discount of $240 annually on medical premium for participation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering 24/7 mental health and work-life support
• Volunteer Time-Off: 16 hours per calendar year to volunteer at any approved agency or organization
• Vacation Leave: Starting 2026, new hires receive 14 vacation days upfront!
• Holidays: Employees accrue 13-14 paid holidays per year
• Floating Holiday and Wellness Day: New hires receive one Floating Holiday and one Wellness Day up front each year
• Bereavement Leave: Up to five days per occurrence for deaths within the employee’s immediate family
• On-site clinic for eligible employees and dependents coming in 2026!
• down payment assistance
• pet insurance
• gym reimbursement

What This Job Offers

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