Heavy Equipment Operator

Duties and Responsibilities: This position operates one or more types of motorized heavy equipment (i.e., bulldozer, front end loader, roll-off trucks, tractor trailer trucks, farm tractor, mowers and/or Track hoe), dump truck skid steer, wheeled excavator, weed eater, chainsaw, as assigned, to spread, pack, and  load refuse and debris; assists in directing patrons and/or controlling disposal of refuse at  transfer station site, assists with compost duties as needed,  Loading metal in to trailer with grapple, Assists with HHW and Paint events and assists with foam recycling duties as needed. This position also performs responsible semiskilled work in the operation of one or more types of motorized heavy equipment to dispose of refuse at the solid waste facility performs related work as required.  Work is performed under regular supervision. Work hours may be variable due to unforeseen objectives until job is completed.  Reports to the Solid Waste Supervisor.

Qualifications: General knowledge of the operation of motorized equipment used at the closed landfill and transfer station; some knowledge of mowing and trimming equipment, general knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions involved in the operation of heavy equipment; some knowledge of modern techniques, rules, and regulations used in the operation of a landfill; ability to operate a variety of motorized equipment used at the  closed landfill and transfer station  ability to perform minor maintenance to heavy motorized equipment; painting safety areas; ability to follow oral instructions; ability to attend work regularly.

Must have a valid NC driver's license, Class C and a Class B CDL is preferred but not required.

Pre-employment drug test and background checks required of finalist applicants.

Applications must be obtained, fully completed, and submitted to Henderson County HRD by mail 112 First Avenue West, Hendersonville, NC 28792, by email (hrd@hendersoncountync.gov), or by fax (828) 698-6184.  Please see our website, www.hendersoncountync.gov/hr and refer to the Additional Applicant Information section for more detailed instructions. 

The deadline for applications is: Open until filled.

Salary Range:   $18.26 - $31.28

Hiring salary will be determined based on qualifications and internal equity.

Pay Grade:  67B