Description
Summary:
Performs semi-skilled and skilled work operating various garbage trucks and performing manual refuse transportation duties in varying weather conditions.
Highlights:
1. Operate large trucks safely for refuse transportation
2. Perform manual work collecting refuse in varying weather conditions
3. Maintain effective working relationships with citizens and coworkers
**Public Services Department**
**Public Works – Solid Waste Division**
**Truck Driver (Master Equipment Operator)**
**Starting Salary: $36,427\.60**
**General Duties and Responsibilities:** Performs semi\-skilled and skilled work in operating garbage trucks, including automated garbage collection trucks, rear loader garbage collection trucks, other large trucks, and performing a variety of manual work related to the transportation of refuse, including manual loading of trash as needed.
**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:** Must have ability to operate large trucks safely; knowledge of traffic laws, general maintenance, and hazards associated with operating motorized equipment; ability to perform manual work (collecting refuse) in varying weather conditions; have the ability to work independently and adhere to garbage collection routes and schedules; have the ability to understand and interpret simple oral and written instructions and have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with citizens and coworkers.
**Requirements:** Completion of high school or GED and a minimum of two years of experience in the operation of heavy trucks required. Must have a valid NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B.
**Benefits:** 12 Holidays; 10 Vacation days; 12 Sick days; Personal Leave Time; Medical, Life, and Worker’s Compensation Insurance; Retirement; Membership at City fitness facilities.
**Closing date for Application:** Open Until Filled.
*To apply or for more information regarding essential job functions and requirements, contact NC Works Career Planning and Placement Center, 1909 Hickory Blvd., Lenoir, NC 28645; (828\) 759\-4680*
*Pre\-employment drug screen required.*
*THE CITY OF LENOIR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.*