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Job description
Salary : $43,180.80 - $71,260.80 Annually
Location : City of Statesville, NC
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Public Works
Division: Sanitation
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/ :59 PM Eastern
Job Overview
Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation
Public Works Department
Salary Range: $20.76 - $34.26 Hourly / $43,180.80 - $71,260.80 Annually
FLSA Position Class: Full-time, Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3PM
Posting Closing Date: September 30, 2026
Summary
This position is responsible for driving and operating a bulk container service truck in the collection and disposal of industrial/commercial garbage and refuse.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
NOTE: Employee may be required to respond to a disaster, either natural or man-made, to serve the citizens of Statesville and meet the needs of the organization, which may result in the assignment of other duties and take precedence over duties described in this job description. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Operates 25-foot rear-loader packer truck to collect curbside trash, furniture, and yard waste.
Conducts thorough pre-trip inspections and performs other routine preventative maintenance.
Cleans equipment and deodorizes the trucks.
Supervises one or more sanitation laborers in the loading and unloading of refuse, recyclables, limbs, leaves, and various yard waste.
Reports equipment repairs to supervisor.
Instructs employees in standard methods of refuse collection and disposal.
Reports complaints of residents while on residential garbage routes.
Answers questions from citizens regarding sanitation procedures.
Records information such as times, stops, and unusual situations on the route.
Maintains and updates list of customers with special needs and/or who require extra cart pick-ups.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Requirements
Education and/or Experience High School diploma or GED.
One (1) year of experience in the operation of heavy motorized vehicles and equipment.
Requirements
Possession of a valid North Carolina CDL Class B license, or any valid CDL Class B license with ability to obtain a North Carolina CDL Class B license within 60 days of establishing a permanent residence in North Carolina.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing sanitation trucks and equipment.
Thorough knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation.
Thorough knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary for the proper operation of sanitation equipment.
General knowledge of city policies concerning refuse collection.
Ability to operate the overhead dumping mechanism in back alleys, all types of traffic conditions, and under utility wires.
Ability to operate a variety of trucks and equipment as part of the sanitation department.
Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, directions, and traffic signals.
Ability to communicate ideas clearly, concisely, and effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, other departments, supervisors, and the public.
Job Related Physical Requirements
This position involves heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical activity related to this position may require the use of fingers and hands, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for the operation of machines, motor vehicles, or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.
Working Conditions
The employee is subject to outdoor environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold, noise, vibration, fumes, odors, gases, oils, and hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts. Employee may be required to wear a respirator during the leaf collection season and could be "reasonably anticipated," in performing his or her job duties, to face contact with blood and other potentially infectious materials.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Benefits At A Glance
Benefits are a valuable part of your total compensation at City of Statesville. Your benefits package provides protection for you and your family with expenses shared by the city or available to you at discounted group rates. Below is a brief summary of the choices available to all eligible regular, full-time employees. Part-time employees' benefits differ from full-time employees' benefits and are listed below.
Our current Open Enrollment Guide for City Benefits can be found here:
Full-Time Employee Benefits
Health & Welfare Benefits Health Care Insurance PPO or HDHP/Prescription Drug Program
Lifestyle programs (weight management, Tobacco Cessation, Stress Management)
Telehealth Online Appointments 24/7
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Dependent Care Reimbursement (DCFSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Travel Accident Insurance
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Secondary Language Incentive Pay
Bereavement Leave
Retirement Benefits Pension Plan - NC Local Government Employee Retirement System (LGERS)
NC 401(k) Empower
NC Roth 401(k) Empower
NC 401(k) Match Empower
457(b) Nationwide
Roth 457(b) Nationwide
Fireman's Pension Fund
Time-Off Benefits Twelve (12) Paid Holidays
Vacation
Sick Leave
School Visitation - unpaid, up to 4 hours to attend school activities.
Military Differential Pay
Wellness Benefits Health Fair
Biometric Screening
Flu Shots
Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
Wellness Activity Calendar
See HR for Other Fitness Center Discounts
Additional Benefits Take Home Vehicle (based on position)
Working Advantage - Employee Discount Program
Christmas Bonus (Based yearly on City Council approval)
Employee Appreciation Picnic
Veterans Breakfast
Service Award Program
Career Development (eligible departments)
Alternative Work Arrangements available based on departmental needs
Cellphone Discounts
City Cell Phone (eligible positions)
Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
Voluntary Benefits Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Hospital Indemnity
Critical Illness
Group Accident Insurance
Whole Life Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Life insurance
Safety Benefits (Eligibility: based on job position) Boot Vouchers - yearly
Safety Glasses - every (2) years
Hearing Tests - yearly
Uniforms (eligible departments)
Police Department Benefits Law Enforcement Officers' Separation Allowance
Degree Incentive
Certification Incentive
Specialized Unit Incentive
Shift Differential Pay
401(k) 5% Contribution
Uniform Stipend (based on position)
Part-Time Employee Benefits Health Fair
Flu Shots
Employee Appreciation Picnic
Veteran's Breakfast
Service Awards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program - Working Advantage Benefits
Biometric Screening
457(b) Nationwide
Statesville Fitness & Activity Center (SFAC)
Wellness Activity Calendar
See HR for Fitness Center Discounts
01
Do you have a High School diploma or GED? Yes
No
02
Do you possess a valid NC Class A or Class B commercial driver's license (CDL A or CDL B)? Yes, I have a CDL Class A license.
Yes, I have a CDL Class B license.
I do not have a CDL endorsement.
03
Do you have at least one (1) year of experience in the operation of motorized vehicles and heavy equipment AND is it listed on this application? Yes
No
Required Question
Worksite address
statesville, NC, 28625, US
Who can apply
Review the original listing for work authorization, qualifications and employer requirements.