Solid Waste Technician IV

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Please apply by: 9/17/26

Salary Range: $28 - $33/hourly

This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

This position will be at the Hickory Grove Recycling Center - located at 8007 Pence Rd, Charlotte, NC 28215

This role will require working a rotating schedule Monday - Saturday during the hours of 6:30am - 4:30pm.

Performs responsible and skilled work engaging in solid waste equipment operation. This position, under minimal supervision, is responsible for operating technically complex equipment and ensuring safety procedures are followed during solid waste operations. This position is responsible for waste screening activities, customer service interaction and may train others within this job series.

• Perform load inspections on waste materials such as Yard Debris, Construction and Demolition Debris and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials
• Operate a variety of equipment in the processing, collection and disposal of recyclables, garbage, trash, and/or refuse. This includes large tub-grinders, angle-blade bulldozers, front-loaders and wheel loader vehicles.
• Perform complex maintenance and related care of Diesel equipment used in solid waste operations
• Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
• Drive semi-tractor trailers hauling materials and heavy equipment (walking floor trailers and lowboy trailers)
• Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
• Load and unloads heavy equipment from trucks and vehicles.
• Monitor the safety of job sites and co-workers
• Operate solid waste vehicles that require a CDL
• Work Environment may vary based on assigned duties

Minimum of six years of experience.

High School Diploma or equivalent

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?:
Yes

• Requires County Driving Privileges
• Depending on the area of assignment, may require a Class A or B CDL with one or more of the following endorsements, H(Hazardous Materials), N(Tank Vehicle), P (Passenger Transport), S (School Bus/Passenger Transport), T (Double/Triples), or X (Tanker and hazardous Materials).
• Depending upon the area of assignment, may require a Waste Management Operators Certificate (Landfill) or Compost Facility Operators Certificate…