Solid Waste Technician III (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

County of Mecklenburg, NC • Charlotte, NC

11d • 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of four years of directly related experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Requires County Driving Privileges.
• Basic computer knowledge. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, Smart Phones, etc.
• Ability to fill out daily forms in a paper format or electronic format for Fuel, and other required forms.
• Performing pre-trip/post-trip checks on equipment, and ability to operate hand tools and small power equipment of drills, mowers and powered carts.
• Performing manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to read labels of waste/trash to identify hazards, must be able to read signs, warning information and follow written instructions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in the waste management field and be familiar with the nomenclature of terms, job hazards, and standard limitations of material acceptance.
• Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S (School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials).
• Depending upon area of assignment, may require a Waste Management Operators Certificate (Landfill) or Compost Facility Operators Certificate (Mulch Processing) or Transfer Station Certificate, as required by State regulations and facility permit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled maintenance related activities for maintaining a variety of light, medium, and heavy equipment at Mecklenburg County’s Solid Waste Facility.
• Change engine oil, lubricate machines, repair brakes and assist with aspects of maintaining equipment such as: Roll-Off Trucks, Front- End Loader Trucks, Backhoes, Wheel Loaders, Skid Steers, Hydraulic Excavators, Tub Grinders, Small Engines, Golf Carts, Handheld Power Tools, and similar equipment.
• Complete routine equipment inspections and perform preventive maintenance requirements safely and efficiently.
• May operate large heavy equipment in the collection and disposal of recyclables, garbage, trash, and/or refuse.
• Perform minor maintenance and related care of heavy equipment used in daily refuse processing.
• Keep the work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles.
• Assist with directing customers at solid waste centers or landfill.
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools.
• Engage in safe working practices and comply with safety programs and guidelines.
• Prepare daily Pre/Post trip inspections, fill out daily fuel logs.
• May provide direction to temporary labor or community service workers engaged in general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris.
• Report and monitor unsafe working conditions.
• Monitor the safety of co-workers.
• May operate solid waste vehicles that require a CDL.
• May perform vehicle load inspections and monitor incoming loads for unacceptable materials.
• May process HHW by separating items by material characteristics, ensuring that DOT labels are correctly made according to shipping requirements.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

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