Sanitation Equipment Operator Sr-Backdoor Collection

Department: Solid Waste Services Department

Salary: $25.00 - $33.45 Commensurate with Experience

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Charlotte is America’s Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.

Our guiding principles include:

• Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce

• Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development

• Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services

• Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems

• Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions

SUMMARY

The SEO Sr-Backdoor Service Collector is responsible for collecting residential waste from designated locations at or near residents’ homes (e.g., backdoors or side yards) and transporting materials to collection vehicles. This role requires attention to detail, physical stamina, and a commitment to providing reliable and respectful service to residents.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect residential waste such as household trash & other debris from backdoor or side-yard pickup locations in accordance with assigned routes and schedules
• Ensure all collected materials are properly placed in the vehicle according to safety and operational procedures.
• Service routes that include hard-to-access or narrow streets, ensuring consistent and safe waste collection.
• Report any issues such as missed pickups, unsafe conditions, or non-compliance to the route supervisor.
• Follow all safety protocols and use proper lifting techniques.
• Perform daily inspections of assigned equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
• Complete assigned collection routes safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner
• Perform related manual labor tasks, including lifting and emptying waste containers, as part of the collection process.
• Provide support in other operational areas as needed to ensure overall efficiency and service continuity.
• May serve as lead worker, providing guidance and direction to a crew of two or more team members.
• Must have a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Ability to obtain & maintain City driving permit
• Experience in operation of heavy equipment
• Knowledge of:
  • traffic laws
  • regulations
  • safety precautions
  • work hazards involved in operation of equipment
• Ability to lift & carry 100 lbs.
• Read / follow street maps & driving routes
• Follow written & verbal instructions
• Ability to work 6:30am - until complete

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION

• Previous manual labor experience

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Frequent exposure to outdoor elements such as heat, cold, rain, and odors.
• Physically demanding; involves walking, lifting, and bending for extended periods.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma/GED with five (5) years of relevant work experience; or a High School diploma/GED with three (3) years of relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the essential job duties
• Three Years of related driving experience, operating heavy equipment
• Valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License

SALARY RANGE

$28.79-$29.23 per/hour

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The City’s Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.

Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate’s written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.

Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.

The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.

Our culture is to serve the community honorably.

HOW TO APPLY

Apply online.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.

You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.

For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us

The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.

BENEFITS

The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.

Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte’s benefits.

The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.