Senior Equipment Operator

Senior Equipment Operator

Salary

$48,633.00 Annually

Location

Public Works/Utilities/Solid Waste, Winston-Salem, NC

Job Type

Full-Time / Permanent

Job Number

8608

Department

Solid Waste Collections

Opening Date

07/24/2026

Closing Date

8/9/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

Under immediate supervision, performs responsible semi-skilled work in the operation of heavy equipment within the Sanitation Division.

Examples of Duties

Operates hoist truck, rear load packer, scow dump truck and leaf loader. Operates hoist truck in the collection of brush and bulky item collection, operates scow truck and lead loader in the collection of leaves. Responsible for safety practices of the crew with equipment and uniforms; will perform other skilled and semi-skilled work as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the completion of the eleventh grade and considerable experience in the operation of motorized equipment.

Possession of a North Carolina (CDL) Commercial Class A or B drivers license is required. Skills and experience in operating hoist and rear load packer. Knowledge of city and ability to understand and follow directions.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Reasonable accommodations may substitute for physical requirements listed): Must be able to lift or move up to 50 lbs. and maneuver up to 3 miles; must be able to operate heavy equipment; work with large and small objects. This position will work outdoors and may be exposed to changing weather, adverse smells and sights, loud sounds and repetitive operations.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

• 401a Contribution (employee match not required)
• Bus Pass Program
• Education Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Suggestion Program
• Family and Medical Leave
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Group Health Insurance
• Group Dental Insurance
• Jury Duty Leave
• Life/Accidental Death Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Military Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Promotion from Within
• Retirement/Pension Plan (State of NC)
• School Leave
• Shared Leave
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Sick Leave
• Training
• Vacation Leave
• Wellness Program

The City of Winston-Salems employment practices are guided by federal, state, and local rules and regulations guaranteeing employment opportunities to all persons without regard to and prohibiting discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, religion, political affiliation or beliefs, national origin or handicap, unless a bonafide occupational qualification exists.

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Do you currently possess a North Carolina Commercial drivers license?

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Employer City of Winston-Salem

Address P.O. Box 2511

Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27102

Phone 336 747 6800

Website http://agency.governmentjobs.com/winstonsalemnc/default.cfm