Sanitation Crew Leader I

Sanitation Crew Leader I

Salary

$43,950.40 Annually

Location

Greenville, NC

Job Type

Regular Full-Time

Job Number

1987

Department

Fleet Services

Opening Date

07/30/2026

Closing Date

8/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Job Summary

The City of Greenvilles Fleet Services Department is looking for a Sanitation Crew Leader I. The purpose of this position is to serve on a sanitation crew and to provide safe and efficient operation of assigned heavy equipment used in the collection of solid waste.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Examples of Duties

• Operates a mechanical side-loading packer truck to collect solid waste on a designated route, including streets and alleys;
• Operates a rear-loading packer truck to collect uncontained refuse in a designated area;
• Operates other assigned equipment as needed;
• Detects, identifies, and reports improper equipment performance and makes necessary operational adjustments;
• Leads and assists collection crews;
• Cleans equipment after task completion;
• Assists the supervisor in regard to heavy equipment operations; and
• Performs other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience operating various light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment (prior supervisory/crew leader experience preferred).

OR

• The ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks and at least five years of experience operating various light to heavy-duty vehicles and equipment (prior supervisory/crew leader experience preferred).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• state and local laws pertaining to the operation of equipment on highways.
• traffic laws, ordinances, and rules involved in equipment operations.
• hazards, safety rules, and precautions involved in the operation of sanitation vehicles and equipment.
• operations of heavy equipment used in solid waste collection.
• the geographic layout of the City.

Skilled in:

• safe operation of trucks and equipment assigned to the position.
• completing minor adjustments and repairs to assigned equipment.
• managing ones own time and the time of others efficiently.

Ability to:

• perform strenuous work requiring good physical condition.
• work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements.
• understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• direct the work of assigned crew members.
• prepare simple records.
• communicate courteously with the public on sensitive sanitation matters.
• establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and other employees.
• operate assigned navigation equipment and read and follow road maps.
• clean equipment using appropriate materials such as a high-pressure hose when needed.
• work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
• work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
• meet the mental and physical demands of the job.

Special Requirements

• Valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) and acceptable driving record at time of hire.

Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The City of Greenville offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurance. Employees in designated part-time positions may participate in some of the benefit programs offered to regular full-time employees.

Visit the City of Greenville Human Resources Website for a more in depth summary of our benefits.

01

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• Less than high school
• High school diploma or GED
• Some college; no degree
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher

02

How many years experience do you have operating various light to heavy duty vehicles and construction equipment?

• No experience
• Less than one year of experience
• One to three years of experience
• Four years of experience
• Five or more years of experience

03

Do you have a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL)? (Note: a valid drivers license is a current drivers license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges)

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have any supervisor or crew leader experience? If so, please explain. If not, type N/A. (preferred not required)

05

This position requires working in all kinds of weather conditions (extreme heat, cold, rain, etc.). Are you able to meet this requirement?

• Yes
• No

06

This position requires the lifting and/or carrying of heavy objects. Are you able to lift and/or carry 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally along with the other duties required for this position?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Greenville

Address 200 W. Fifth Street

Greenville, North Carolina, 27858

Phone 252.329.4492

Website http://www.greenvillenc.gov