Solid Waste Technician II

County of Mecklenburg, NC•Charlotte, NC

1d•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations. Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality. Location: Foxhole Landfill Recycling Center - 17131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, NC 28277 Position Summary Monitors incoming materials at solid waste centers for the safe acceptance and disposal of the incoming items at assigned solid waste centers or landfill. This position, under direct supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor and ensuring safety procedures are followed at solid waste centers or landfill to process waste related materials, including accepting and processing household hazardous wastes. Position will operate light equipment such as skid-steer loaders, backhoes and riding mowers. Position is direct facing for customer service.

Requirements

Minimum of two years of experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
May require county Driving Privileges
May require Powered Truck Certification (Forklift)
Knowledge of Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, solid waste and construction.
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of equipment, tools and industrial/construction settings.
Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
Communication methods with customers
Safe work practices
Operating power tools such as, blowers, sweepers, mowers, saws and other devices.
Operating light motorized equipment, such as skid-steer loaders, riding mowers and industrial trucks (forklifts)
Performing manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
Technical/Professional Knowledge and Skills: Having achieved a satisfactory level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeping up with current developments and trends in area of expertise
Basic understanding of applicable computer programs.
Familiarity using two way radios, smart phones and electronic equipment

Nice To Haves

Bilingual skills preferred
Skills working with powered machinery & tools
High aptitude of mechanical skills
Ability to obtain a CDL
Ability to obtain solid waste operations certificate for landfill or compost operations
Past customer service skills

Responsibilities

Direct traffic flow of vehicles entering solid waste acceptance centers to the proper area to unload
Assure that refuse remains in the area is not hauled away as salvage
Perform vehicle load inspections and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials
Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
Assist with evaluating solid waste at solid waste centers or landfill for acceptability or correct location
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
May load and unload heavy material from trucks and vans using forklifts or manual methods when applicable
Move and aid in moving furniture or equipment and large and bulky objects
Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris
Monitor the safety of at job site with consideration of customers and co-workers
May operate non-CDL required vehicles as needed