Solid Waste Truck Driver #51131

Burke County • Burke County, NC

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About The Position

The Solid Waste Truck Driver transports waste containers for Burke County and works approximately 40 hours per workweek. The role transports materials to and from landfills, ensures safe unloading and delivery, and inspects and maintains vehicles and work locations. The driver manages equipment used to perform the work, participates in and oversees training for assigned General Services Department personnel, and cross-trains as a backup Heavy Equipment Operator, including operating other heavy-duty equipment in landfill operations. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one to three years of experience developing the knowledge and skills necessary for the position.
• Valid North Carolina Driver's License.
• Valid North Carolina Class A or B Commercial Driver's License.
• Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Ability to follow basic guidelines and procedures.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas.
• Ability to receive instructions or information through verbal communication.
• Ability to use systems, technologies, motor vehicles, and machines necessary to perform groundskeeping services such as lawn mowers.

Responsibilities

• Transport materials to and from landfills while abiding by all traffic laws.
• Ensure materials are safely unloaded and delivered to their destinations.
• Inspect and maintain motor vehicles and work locations daily.
• Manage equipment necessary to perform the position's services.
• Participate in and oversee training of assigned General Services Department personnel.
• Cross-train and act as backup for the Heavy Equipment Operator, including operating other heavy-duty equipment in landfill operations.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

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