Heavy Equipment Operator
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Salary : $40,048.00 - $68,081.00 AnnuallyLocation : New Hanover County, NCJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 202500106Department: RECYCLING & SOLID WASTEOpening Date: 06/03/2025Closing Date: Continuous Position Information New Hanover County is looking for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our Recycling & Solid Waste Department. This position operates a bulldozer and other various heavy equipment in a landfill environment.The New Hanover County Landfill provides safe, environmentally sound waste diversion, recycling, and disposal services to county residents and businesses. In operation since 1981, the landfill was the first lined landfill in the state of North Carolina. The site also boasts an innovative constructed wetlands system for the treatment of landfill leachate as well as a double reverse osmosis wastewater treatment plant. All landfill liner systems are designed to exceed federal and state requirements. The site also provides for the convenient recycling of tires, appliances ( white goods ), yard waste, mixed recyclables, construction, and demolition debris, batteries, used motor oil, cooking oil, antifreeze, oyster shells, sharps (needles), and other materials. Responsibilities for this role include:Cleans sites and remove debris Performs complex, regular preventative maintenanceTroubleshoots and performs minor repairs on tools and equipment requiring welding parts, fabrication and equipment mechanical knowledge and skills Provides continuous customer service Maintains a safe environment for coworkers and the general public at assigned site.Performs work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county.Performs work during emergency/disaster situations.Performs other duties of a similar nature or level. Knowledge, Skills, or AbilitiesSkilled in driving a vehicle; operating heavy equipment such as bulldozers, front-end loaders, and excavators; using hand and power tools; calibrating and troubleshooting equipment; starting up and shutting down equipment; delivering customer service; delegation and oversight; and communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction. New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, equity, integrity, stewardship, and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us reflect the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County. Hours:6:30 am - 3:30 pm or 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday with rotating SaturdaysMust be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.Employment Type:Full-time, non-exempt Salary Information:The hiring range for this position is $40,048 - $54,064 annually plus a competitive benefits package. Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.New Hanover County offers:Employer paid 401k contributions;Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year;Paid parental leave;Paid community services leave to give back to our community;Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community;And so much more! Please check out our careers page at www.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.Qualifications Required Education and Experience:High School diploma or equivalent, and one (1) year of related equipment operations experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed aboveThe successful candidate will have extensive bulldozer experience. Grading experience is strongly preferred. Good organizational skills, ability to be a self-starter, and a positive attitude is a must. Additional requirements include experience in the operation landfill compactors, excavators, articulated dump trucks, front-end loaders, and motor graders. Licenses/Certifications Valid Driver's License and good driving record required at time of application. Valid North Carolina Driver's License required by first date of employment with good driving record.NC CDL license is strongly preferred Other Information PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS The work is medium work which requires exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crouching, handling, hearing, mental acuity, pulling, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking.The work is typically performed in an environment where the employee may be exposed to varying temperature and/or weather conditions as well as varying degrees of distractions, conditions and/or chemicals and/or waste, and work with/operate potentially dangerous equipment which requires the employee to pay attention to one's own safety as well as that of customers and citizens served. Applicant Information:After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants referred to the department will receive an email requesting important information pertinent to the position applied for. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.New Hanover County offers a competitive benefits package designed to encourage and support your health, well-being and productivity to include Employer paid 401k deferred compensation contributions (5% for sworn law enforcement and 2.5% for all other benefits eligible positions); Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system; Paid sick and personal leave + 13 paid holidays per year; Paid parental leave; Paid community services leave to give back to our community; Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work; Medical, dental, vision insurance + many other insurance options; Employee assistance program; 100% employer paid long term disability; Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center which includes a nurse practitioner and physical therapist; Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives; Opportunities to make a difference in your community; And so much more!Benefit options for eligible positions include medical, dental, elective supplemental insurance options including short-term disability, vision, flexible spending accounts, voluntary term life, cancer, accident, and critical illness policies. Employees who elect medical and dental insurance within the specified timelines provided during on-boarding, will have coverage effective on their date of hire. For more information about New Hanover County benefit options, including our benefit rates, please click Please check out our careers page at for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work. Note: All positions listed as temporary, casual part time, volunteer, and intern are not eligible to receive benefits. Part-time position with fewer than 20 scheduled hours per week will not include benefits. 01 Do you you have a high school diploma or GED? Yes No 02 Do you have past experience working at a recycling or landfill facility? Yes No 03 Indicate the length of your professional work experience with operating a bulldozer. **Please Note: If you indicate below that you have experience, it must be reflected on your application. No experience Less than 2 years of experience 2 to 3 years of experience 3 to 4 years of experience 5 or more years of experience 04 Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's license? Yes No 05 Please briefly explain your work experience with bulldozers, compactors, excavators, articulated dump trucks, front-end loaders, motor graders, or other similar equipment. 06 Do you have a North Carolina CDL, Class B Driver's license? Yes No 07 Are you eligible to obtain a NC Driver's License? Yes No n/a - already have NC DL 08 Have you had your driver's license suspended or revoked for any reason in the last three years? Yes No 09 Have you had 2 or more driving violation tickets in the previous 12 months or 3 or more in the previous 25 months? *Please note: Answering yes to this question will not automatically disqualify you from consideration for the position. Yes No Required Question