Heavy Equipment Operator

Salary : $47,382.40 - $61,609.60 Annually

Location : Jacksonville, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 7421-00050 Jan 25

Department : Solid Waste

Opening Date : 02 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Job Description

Performs skilled trades and work in the operation of heavy equipment used in the Solid Waste Department, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under minimal supervision of the Landfill Supervisor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment to haul, push and compact garbage.
• Hauls dirt to the landfill and spreads it over compacted garbage.
• Grades slopes, builds berms, and prepares areas for seeding; performs erosion control.
• Makes minor repairs around the landfill, as needed.
• Performs pre-shift inspections, service, and general equipment maintenance on all heavy equipment operated by the Solid Waste Department; keeps records on all maintenance performed.
• Applies alternative daily cover as needed using posi-shell applicator. .
• Provides assistance to Landfill customers as needed.
• Operates and loads shredder with various materials in a safe and efficient manner
• Operates in a heavy, commercial type environment
• Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if appointed or volunteer.
• Performs related tasks as required.

Qualifications

General knowledge of the practices and techniques of operating and servicing motorized vehicles and equipment; general knowledge of the rules and regulations on proper landfill procedures; general knowledge of the traffic law and regulations governing equipment operation; general knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for the proper equipment operation; some knowledge of geography and soil characteristics; skill and care in the operation of several types of trucks and construction equipment; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time, often under unfavorable weather conditions; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education, Experience, and Special Requirements

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or GED and considerable experience in operation of heavy equipment, such as bulldozer, compactors and excavators or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Requirements

Required to obtain Landfill Operator certification through SWANA within six months of hire. Bilingual preferred but not required.

A valid driver's license.

Recommend a valid North Carolina class A or class B commercial driver's license or out of state equivalent.

Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including :

Health Insurance

Health Insurance is provided by BlueCross BlueShield of North Carolina and covers a wide variety of healthcare services.

Dental Insurance

Dental insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults.

Vision Insurance

Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames / lenses) and an annual eye exam.

North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System

Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit.

NC401k

The County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%.

Vacation Leave

Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases.

Sick Leave

Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year.

Paid Holidays

County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary.

Teladoc Mental Health Services

The County provides Teladoc Mental Health Services to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as depression, and substance abuse concerns.

Supplemental Benefits

County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans.

For more information, please visit and click on the Benefits tab.

Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education?

Do you possess a valid driver's license?

Do you possess a valid commercial driver's license?

How many years of experience do you have in heavy equipment operation?

How many years of experience do you have working in Solid Waste?

The Landfill is operational year round, including holidays and weekends, and continues productivity through inclement weather. Please indicate that you understand the requirements and may be asked to work one or all of the above shift types.

Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation?

Required Question

Salary : $47,382 - $61,610