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Solid Waste Truck Driver

Wilson County, NC
Wilson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 1/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/10/2025

Salary : $37,788.00 - $63,876.00 Annually

Location : 2400 Hwy 42 E. Wilson, NC

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 01063

Department : SOLID WASTE

Opening Date : 12 / 16 / 2024

Description

  • This is a REPOST. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply.

Wilson County Solid Waste Services is seeking an experienced Truck Driver. This is a fulltime position with all applicable benefits. Salary range shown depends upon required certifications and is commensurate with experience and excellent benefits package available. Benefits include health, dental, vision, retirement, 401k, paid holidays, sick leave, and more (select Benefits at top of screen to review in more detail).

Performs intermediate semiskilled work operating a refuse collection and transport truck, collecting municipal solid waste, trash and recyclables, changing containers and transporting refuse to disposal site, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Landfill Supervisor.

Please note : Final candidates subject to pre-employment drug screen and background check (includes motor vehicle records).

Description of Work

Operates a Tractor Trailer, Dump Truck, Frontload and Roll-Off Container Trucks to transfer refuse and debris from container sites to prescribed disposal areas. Operates hydraulic mechanisms for compressing and dumping refuse.

Hauls recyclable materials from Convenience Centers to recycling stations; hauls materials such as mulch, tires, electronics, cardboard, etc. for recycling.

Performs pre-trip inspections documenting fluids levels, tire pressures and conditions, lights, etc.; performs light preventative and general maintenance on vehicle; and cleans and gases vehicle.

Operates Heavy Equipment such as Front End Loader, Dump Truck, Trackhoe, Excavator, and Trash Compactors to perform general assignments at the Landfill including maintaining tire piles, loading mulch, and compacting trash.

Maintains records of mileage, fuel usage, number of loads hauled to the Landfill; and prepares periodic reports for submission to the supervisor.

Performs other related work as required.

Minimum Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or GED and moderate experience in the operation of automotive and heavy equipment, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Valid Class A Commercial Driver's License issued by the State of North Carolina.
  • Supplemental Information

    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

    Physical Requirements : Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including dual axle or heavy load capacity trucks, trash compactors, front end loaders, pitch forks, shovels, carpenter's tools, hand tools, calculators, etc. Must be able to operate motor vehicles. Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Requires the ability to maintain body equilibrium when bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, reaching and / or stretching arms, legs, or other parts of body to grasp, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Physical requirements are for Medium Work.

    Data Conception : Requires the ability to compare and / or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics (whether similar or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people, or things.

    Interpersonal Communication : Requires the ability to speak and / or signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, assignments, or directions from superiors.

    Language Ability : Requires the ability to read simple reports and forms. Requires the ability to prepare maintenance records, fuel tickets, forms, etc., using prescribed formats. Requires the ability to speak to people with poise, voice control, and confidence.

    Intelligence : Requires the ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written oral instructions; to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in or from standardized situations.

    Verbal Aptitude : Requires the ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, and to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently in standard English.

    Numerical Aptitude : Requires the ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract; to multiply and divide.

    Form / Spatial Aptitude : Requires the ability to inspect items for proper length, width, and shape.

    Motor Coordination : Requires the ability coordinate hands and eyes rapidly and accurately in using heavy motorized equipment.

    Manual Dexterity : Requires the ability to handle a variety of items such as heavy motorized equipment. Must have minimal levels of eye / hand / foot coordination.

    Color Discrimination : Requires the ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.

    Interpersonal Temperament : Requires the ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under stress and when confronted with persons acting under stress.

    Physical Communication : Requires the ability to talk and hear : (Talking : expressing or exchanging ideas by means of spoken words. Hearing : perceiving nature of sounds by ear.) Must be able to communicate via telephone.

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

    Considerable knowledge of the operation of heavy trucks.

    General knowledge of the hazards and applicable safety rules and precautions in the operation of heavy trucks.

    Working knowledge of traffic laws, ordinances and regulations related to the solid waste disposal and operation of heavy trucks.

    Working knowledge of the geography of the County.

    Ability to operate heavy trucks skillfully, safely and in accordance with traffic laws and regulations.

    Ability to clean and assist in minor repairs to heavy trucks and related heavy equipment.

    Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

    Ability to exercise tact and courtesy in contacts with the public.

    Ability to perform physical labor required of the position.

    Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.

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

    Application Process : All applicants must complete a Wilson County application form. A resume may be attached but is not a substitute. Incomplete or unsigned applications will not be processed.

  • Please document all work history relevant to the position for which you are applying. Determination of qualifying for the position and salary are based on years of experience. Failure to document complete work history may affect qualification determination and salary. Electronic applications cannot be amended once submitted.
  • The benefit package available for Wilson County Government includes group medical, dental, vision, disability, life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance plans. Wilson County Government is also a participating member of the North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System.

    Wilson County Government develops strategies to control Health Insurance costs while at the same time, is committed to providing affordable health care options that meet you and your family's needs to stay healthy. More information about our benefit plans can be found at :

    Do you have a Valid and Active NC CDL Driver's License?

    If you answered Yes to the previous question, what class? Check all that are current.

  • NC CDL
  • Class A
  • Class B
  • Class C
  • Hazmat
  • Can you provide a current copy of your driving record and criminal background information if called for an interview?

    Please list equipment you have experience operating.

    Are you familiar with Solid Waste regulations?

    Are you able to work in extreme weather conditions?

    Will you be able to meet the physical requirements for this position with or without reasonable accommodation?

    Required Question

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