City of High Point, NC
City of High Point, NC is hiring: Sanitation Equipment Operator I in High Point
City of High Point, NC, High Point, NC, United States
Salary: $37,541.92 - $58,660.16 Annually
Location : High Point, NC 27260
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 5320
Department: Public Services Environmental Services
Opening Date: 10/09/2024
Closing Date: 1/9/2025 12:00 AM Eastern
Job Description
Who We Are
At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
Our Streets and Stormwater Division is currently seeking a Sanitation Equipment Operator I or II depending on qualifications and experience, to operate equipment associated with the collection of solid waste from residents and small businesses; This role requires the ability to cover assigned routes, and other related work as required.
This position reports to a Sanitation Supervisor and will supervise assigned Sanitation Workers.
Essential Tasks
What You'll Do
Qualifications You'll Bring
Sanitation Equipment Operator I
Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers which includes co-workers and citizens.
Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position
Physical Strength - degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include:
Reasoning
Physical Surroundings
Hazards
Disclaimer
This job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point's workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the City of High Point. Candidates selected for employment must pass a background screening as well as a pre-employment physical to ensure medical clearance to perform the essential functions of the job prior to receiving a full offer of employment.
The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.
City of High Point - Benefits Overview Statement
The City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.
Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit sites:
Benefits Overview
The Benefits Handbook provides a summary of benefits for City of High Point Employees. Benefits Booklet =
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By completing these supplemental questions, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to any question. Resumes may be uploaded as a supplement to the online application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application and/or the Work History section.Yes, I understand and agree, No, I do not agree.
02
Do you have a valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?
03
Do you have experience driving/operating Sanitation Equipment (rear loaders, side arm-automated, or boom trucks)?
04
If you answered "Yes" to question #3, please explain where you obtained this experience operating rear loading sanitation equipment. If you answered "No", enter N/A.
Required Question
Location : High Point, NC 27260
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 5320
Department: Public Services Environmental Services
Opening Date: 10/09/2024
Closing Date: 1/9/2025 12:00 AM Eastern
Job Description
Who We Are
At the City of High Point, we celebrate the creator in everyone. Our employees seek not only to transform themselves, but the world around us. We are collaborators, we are makers, we are visionaries.
We invite you to explore the many opportunities to serve our community, by sharing your talents, skills, and expertise. You'll join a diverse team of over 1300 individuals dedicated not just to making a career, but a difference; because what we create in High Point, changes the world!
Our Streets and Stormwater Division is currently seeking a Sanitation Equipment Operator I or II depending on qualifications and experience, to operate equipment associated with the collection of solid waste from residents and small businesses; This role requires the ability to cover assigned routes, and other related work as required.
This position reports to a Sanitation Supervisor and will supervise assigned Sanitation Workers.
Essential Tasks
What You'll Do
- Operate any one piece of equipment associated with the collection of solid waste, not limited to (automated side - loader, rear - loader, boom truck, swap - loader or front - end loader on assigned route;
- Supervise a two-man crew in the collection of solid waste;
- Reports violations of the solid waste ordinance to supervisor;
- Drives trucks over prescribed route(s) to collect solid waste and properly dispose of material at the established disposal areas;
- Conducts thorough pre-trip inspections and performs other routine preventative maintenance;
- Cleans and properly maintains equipment;
- Works as a productive member of a solid waste collection crew to remove refuse, yard waste, debris and junked furniture and appliances from roadsides;
- Uses a mobile device to log work or infractions as needed for reporting purposes.
- Answers questions from citizens regarding Environmental Services Division procedures and practices;
- Ensures that all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Safety Standards and Policies.
Qualifications You'll Bring
Sanitation Equipment Operator I
- Valid North Carolina Class B CDL Driver's License
- A clean driving and safety record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to direct activities of others working extended periods of time in all weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety standards and the ability to ensure all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Standards and Policies
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid North Carolina Class B CDL Driver's License
- A clean driving and safety record
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to direct activities of others working extended periods of time in all weather conditions
- Knowledge of safety standards and the ability to ensure all work is performed in accordance with OSHA and City Standards and Policies
Hearing/Speaking - Expressing and/or receiving information by means of spoken word are both necessary to converse with internal and external customers which includes co-workers and citizens.
Visual Abilities - the ability to perceive via eyesight is required for this position
Physical Strength - degree of physical demands typically associated with this position include:
- Medium to Heavy Work:
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or;
- Exerting up to 50 pounds of force frequently; and
- A negligible amount of force constantly to handle or move materials related to the position
- Reaching - Extending the hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction.
- Handling - Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hand(s).
- Fingering - Picking, pinching or otherwise working with fingers primarily rather than the entire hand or arm.
Reasoning
- Ability to apply principles of logical thinking to work tasks as directed by supervisor; to comprehend and always respond to a variety of situations in an expedient manner obeying safety regulations. Good judgement is important.
Physical Surroundings
- The Worker is subject to outside environmental conditions: Exposed to the various weather conditions and temperatures. Worker is required to work in extremely hot and cold weather conditions as well as in the rain, sleet and snow. Combining the type of work performed with weather conditions, the worker should be one who can work constantly for extended periods of time while outside in various weather conditions. The position is best suited for someone who is accustomed to working in hot, cold, wet, dirty and sweaty conditions.
Hazards
- Employee will be exposed to recycling and garbage as well as various other items as discarded. Work is subject to final standards of OSHA on bloodborne pathogens.
- Automated side - loader, rear - loader, swap -loader -bulk truck and/or front -end loader; red and black boxes, green convenience site boxes, dumpsters, two-way radio, telephone, mobile carts and Personnel Resolution.
Disclaimer
This job description may not be all-inclusive, as jobs evolve over time to meet the ever-changing needs of the City of High Point's workforce. This job description is not intended to and does not create a contract or offer of employment to any individual. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is possible that requirements may be modified to reasonably accommodate disabled individuals. However, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others or which impose undue hardships on the City of High Point. Candidates selected for employment must pass a background screening as well as a pre-employment physical to ensure medical clearance to perform the essential functions of the job prior to receiving a full offer of employment.
The City of High Point is an at-will employer and employees may be terminated or may terminate their employment at any time with or without reason for any reason not prohibited by law.
City of High Point - Benefits Overview Statement
The City of High Point offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.
Access the following link to view City of High Point Benefits and links to Benefit sites:
Benefits Overview
The Benefits Handbook provides a summary of benefits for City of High Point Employees. Benefits Booklet =
01
By completing these supplemental questions, you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any information you provide may be reviewed by the hiring manager. Any misstatements or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or may result in dismissal. "See resume" is not an acceptable answer to any question. Resumes may be uploaded as a supplement to the online application. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of application and/or the Work History section.Yes, I understand and agree, No, I do not agree.
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a valid Class B North Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?
- Yes
- No, my CDL license is with another state
- No, my CDL license is expired
- No, I do not have a valid Class B CDL
03
Do you have experience driving/operating Sanitation Equipment (rear loaders, side arm-automated, or boom trucks)?
- Yes
- No
04
If you answered "Yes" to question #3, please explain where you obtained this experience operating rear loading sanitation equipment. If you answered "No", enter N/A.
Required Question