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Heavy Equipment Operator

Gaston County Government
Gastonia, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 12/4/2024 CLOSED ON 2/1/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at Gaston County Government?

JOB
The Solid Waste & Recycling Division is primarily responsible for the disposal of Municipal Solid Waste generated in the County as required by North Carolina State Law and in accordance with all applicable local regulations. Gaston County currently uses an integrated solid waste management plan consisting of sanitary landfilling, compost/mulch, recycling, and related waste reduction programs.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The duties listed below are not all of the duties that may be assigned but are those that are considered as essential for an employee to perform.Operates bull dozers, pans, graders, front end loaders, and heavy duty dump trucks; excavates and moves dirt and debris according to defined procedure.Operates trash compactor in the compacting of garbage and general refuse within a sanitary landfill.Performs visual inspections of equipment and performs routine maintenance of equipment.Reports the presence of unsafe working conditions or hazardous materials.Installs fencing and cuts trees and brush.Provides general information to the public.Removes rock from new construction areas.Helps maintain haul roadsHauls refuse and recyclables from County convenience sites which may require CDL LicenseDirects traffic into and out of the working face area.Maintains safety procedures on site between County employees and all hauling vehicles.Other related duties as needed.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Pay Scale$15.88 - $21.39 per hour (Heavy Equipment Operator Trainee)$16.64 - $22.46 per hour (Heavy Equipment Operator)Must be able to work varying work schedules between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and some Saturdays as scheduled. Must have a valid drivers license. The candidate selected must undergo a criminal background check and pass a drug screening test prior to employment.

Salary : $16 - $21

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