Equipment Operator III - Collections

Equipment Operator III - Collections

Salary

$24.25 - $31.76 Hourly

Location

8099 Palmetto Commerce Pkwy, Ladson, SC 29456, SC

Job Type

Full-Time (Non-Exempt)

Job Number

SW211115

Department

Environment Mgmt

Opening Date

06/26/2026

• Description
• Benefits

Description

The Collections division of Charleston County Environmental Management is seeking a self-motivated, team-oriented individual for this highly complex and responsible position operating heavy commercial trucks and equipment.

HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $24.25 - $31.76

OPEN UNTIL FILLED - APPLICATION REVIEW BEGINS IMMEDIATELY

Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safe and efficient operations of recycling and waste collections heavy equipment including, but not limited to, roll off trucks, grapple trucks, and rear loaders.
• Load and transport refuse, containers and compactors to designated recycling and/or disposal facilities.
• Daily completion of pre-trip and post-trip Daily Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIRs) to ensure equipment is in proper working order and maintenance issues are addressed quickly.
• Routine servicing and light maintenance of assigned equipment

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Position requires a high school diploma (or GED)
• Four (4) years experience in the operation of complex motor equipment and/or commercial trucks.
• Applicants must possess a valid SC Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B. Class A CDL is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to lift 60 pounds
• Ability to read maps, route sheets and/or use GPS navigating devices.
• Excellent customer service skills

Charleston County offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including but not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Optional Life and Disability Insurance
• Optional Medical and Dependent Care Spending Accounts
• Annual and Sick Leave
• Fourteen (14) recognized Holidays
• South Carolina Retirement System (SCRS) State Retirement Plan
• Police Officers Retirement System (PORS - as applicable)
• Optional Deferred Compensation Program
• Longevity and Merit Pay Increases
• Leadership, Professional and Skill Development Training
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Well-being Program

For more information, visit our benefits page.

Employer Charleston County Government

Address 4045 Bridge View Dr

Charleston, South Carolina, 29405

Phone 843-958-4700

Website http://www.charlestoncounty.org