Solid Waste Technician II (Various Locations)

County of Mecklenburg, NC • Charlotte, NC

1d • $20 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Solid Waste Technician II (Various Locations) Follow your calling, Find your career Please apply by: 7/8/26 Salary Range: $20 - $26/hourly This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job. 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. Various Locations: 1. Monroe Road Recycling Park – 5715 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212 2. Foxhole Landfill and Recycling Center – 17131 Lancaster Hwy, Charlotte, NC 28277 3. Compost Central Recycling Center – 140 Valleydale Rd, Charlotte, NC 28214 4. North Meck Recycling Center – 12300 Statesville Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078 5. Hickory Grove Recycling Center – 8007 Pence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215 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.
• Knowledge of Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of equipment, tools and industrial/construction settings.
• Knowledge of Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work
• Knowledge of Communication methods with customers
• Knowledge of Safe work practices
• Skills Operating power tools such as, blowers, sweepers, mowers, saws and other devices.
• Skills Operating light motorized equipment, such as skid-steer loaders, riding mowers and industrial trucks (forklifts)
• Skills Performing manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
• Abilities Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures
• Abilities 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
• Abilities Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team toward the completion of goals
• Abilities Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
• Abilities Managing Work: Effectively managing one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently
• Abilities Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding safety standards
• Abilities 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
• 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

Benefits

• Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

What This Job Offers

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