Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation

Motor Equipment Operator I - Sanitation

Salary

$43,180.80 - $71,260.80 Annually

Location

City of Statesville, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

202600333

Department

Public Works

Division

Sanitation

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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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: August 20, 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: City of Statesville Benefits

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)
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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

Employer City of Statesville (NC)

Address 301 S. Center Street

Statesville, North Carolina, 28677

Phone 704-878-3571

Website www.statesvillenc.net