Job Location : Highlands,NC, USA
The Town of Highlands is hiring a FT Sanitation Equipment Operator to join our team! *PAY: Starting wage of $17.24 per hour The ideal candidate will be responsible for operating sanitation equipment associated with the collection of solid waste on an assigned route. Ability to work in all types of weather including adverse weather conditions - Capable of heavy lifting and working in a physically demanding role Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heavy motorized sanitation equipment. REQUIREMENTS: *Operate and maintain equipment in a safe and efficient manner (compactor truck, side arm lift, hydraulic lift, dumpster packer trucks etc.) May operator loaders and back hoe as needed.Working knowledge of the methods and techniques applied in the loading and unloading of garbage, recycling, and refuse along assigned routes.Ability to communicate effectively with the public to respond to inquiries about collection schedules and waste collection requirements.Commercial Driver's License not required but preferred(willing to get if you do not have)Benefits:Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planSafety equipment providedVision insuranceHOW TO APPLY:A job application is available on the town website at www.highlandsnc.org and should be sent to the attention of Karlene Cabe, HR Director, at P.O. Box 460, Highlands, NC 28741ORvia email at ...@highlandsnc.org.*The town of Highlands is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. *