Laborer II - Landfill

Work is performed for the Environmental Services Department and involves manual labor of a semi-skilled nature. This includes both heavy and light physical labor in a wide variety of County activities. This position also involves the semi-skilled operation of heavy equipment associated with the Shelby County Landfill and/or assigned projects.

• Performs daily/routine maintenance and fueling on light, medium, and heavy equipment.
• Assists equipment operators and landfill personnel as needed.
• Operates various pieces of heavy equipment as needed.
• Performs all duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by supervision.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license.
• Work experience maintaining and operating heavy equipment.
• The ability to obtain a Class B CDL within one year of employment is required.

• Class A or B CDL License.

Work is performed primarily outdoors with exposure to weather extremes.

Work is heavy in nature and consists of standing, lifting, carrying, and pushing of up to 100 pounds, with assistance if needed.

No written or performance examination will be required for this position. Applicants are screened and certified based on an evaluation of their education, training, experience and other requirements as outlined in this Position Announcement and denoted on their Job Application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire.

Shelby County is committed to providing and maintaining a drug‑free work environment. After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicants are required to pass a drug test conducted at a test site designated by Shelby County.

As a condition of employment after receiving a job offer for this position applicants are required to pass a physical examination conducted by a licensed physician designated by Shelby County.

Shelby County, Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.