Public Services Department

Public Works – Solid Waste Division

Truck Driver (Master Equipment Operator)

Starting Salary: $39,338.29

General Duties and Responsibilities: Performs semi-skilled and skilled work in operating garbage trucks, including automated garbage collection trucks, rear loader garbage collection trucks, other large trucks, and performing a variety of manual work related to the transportation of refuse, including manual loading of trash as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Must have ability to operate large trucks safely; knowledge of traffic laws, general maintenance, and hazards associated with operating motorized equipment; ability to perform manual work (collecting refuse)



in varying weather conditions; have the ability to work independently and adhere to garbage collection routes and schedules; have the ability to understand and interpret simple oral and written instructions and have the ability to maintain effective working relationships with citizens and coworkers.

Requirements: Completion of high school or GED and a minimum of two years of experience in the operation of heavy trucks required. Must have a valid NC Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B.

Benefits: 12 Holidays; 10 Vacation days; 12 Sick days; Personal Leave Time; Medical, Life, and Worker’s Compensation Insurance; Retirement; Membership at City fitness facilities.

Closing date for Application: Open Until Filled.

To apply or for more information regarding essential job functions and requirements, contact NC Works Career Planning and Placement Center, 1909 Hickory Blvd., Lenoir, NC 28645; (828) 759-4680

Pre-employment drug screen required.

THE CITY OF LENOIR IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

📌 Truck Driver - Solid Waste Division (Los Lagos)
🏢 City of Lenoir
📍 Los Lagos