Equipment Operator

This listing closes on 9/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada).

Employer

City of Raleigh North Carolina

Salary

$48,600.00 - $68,000.00 Annually

Location

Solid Waste Services 630 Beacon Lake Drive, Raleigh, NC

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00645

Department

Solid Waste Yardwaste Center

Opening Date

09/03/2026

Closing Date

9/17/2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Work Hours Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3:30 pm Hiring Range $48,600.00 - $58,300.00

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Job Description

This Equipment Operator I (EOI) position supports the Yard Waste Center within Solid Waste Services. Depending on the assignment, this position provides labor required to directing customers, assist customers unloading material, and maintenance and equipment operation for the Center's compost and mulch production and Wilders Grove Landfill.

About You:

You are a dependable, safety-focused team player who enjoys hands-on work and serving the community. You have experience operating heavy equipment and the ability to work safely in physically demanding and outdoor environments. You take pride in providing reliable service, following procedures, and getting the job done.

About Us:

The City of Raleigh's Yard Waste Center Division provides reliable, safe, and efficient yard waste composting and mulch production services that help keep our community clean and thriving. Our Operations team plays an essential role in processing yard waste and wood waste into beneficial products while providing responsive service to residents throughout the City. As an Equipment Operator I, you'll be part of a team that works together in the field to deliver dependable services, operate specialized equipment, and make a direct impact on the quality of life in our community.

Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Provides specialized, skilled general maintenance in support of the Yard Waste Center and Wilders Grove Landfill or maintenance function
• Work includes repairing and maintaining buildings and/or grounds; preventative maintenance and/or construction activities for the Yard Waste Center and Wilders Grove Landfill
• Performs daily maintenance and operation inspections on all operated equipment. Prepares and submits inspection records and reports
• Assist in monitoring inventory, resources and materials needs
• Use appropriate in-vehicle technology to safely complete daily work assignments
• Addresses issues and concerns of internal and external customers
• Maintaining cleanliness of work area, tools, and equipment; and following safety policies and procedures
• In the absence of the Scale Operator, the EOI will serve provide back-up support for the Scale House operations
• Safely operates heavy equipment, (including but not limited to 45 ton articulated off road dump trucks, rubber tire loaders, water truck, and others) to dump, water, monitor and otherwise efficiently maintain a large windrow composting system

Typical Qualifications

Education and Experience

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency; Less than 1 year experience in light to medium construction equipment operation or related work OR Any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted

Licenses or Certifications

• Valid North Carolina Class C Driver's License with a satisfactory driving record, or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire

Additional Information

Knowledge Of:

• Standard practices, methods and materials of assigned work
• Specialized equipment relevant to area of assignment
• Occupational hazards and safety guidelines

Skill In:

• Verbal and written communication
• Establishing and maintaining productive working relationships

Ability to:

• Perform routine inspections to ensure safe operating conditions
• Follow instructions provided by a supervisor

ADA and Other Requirements: Work Environment and Physical Effort: Medium: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 25 pounds of force frequently , and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Work Environment: Work is typically performed in an outdoor environment, street environment (near moving traffic), at a construction site and in and around vehicles. Employees may occasionally be in confined spaces, and warehouse or shop environment s . Work Exposures: There is frequent exposure to extreme cold (below 32 degrees), extreme heat (above 100 degrees), moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles and loud noises. Employees may occasionally interact with individuals who are hostile or irate and communicable diseases. City of Raleigh is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Accommodations for individuals with disabilities are provided upon request.

When you join the City of Raleigh's work family as a full-time employee , your benefits are an important part of your "total rewards". Your benefits impact many aspects of your life including your health, your finances, and the protection of your family. The City provides a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program to support you through important events in your life, to enhance your life outside work, and to help you plan and prepare for the future. To find out about the City's benefits package, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: The City employs temporary and seasonal employees who generally are scheduled to work on a short-term basis. However, if you are hired as a temporary or seasonal employee, or as an intern, you are not eligible for the City of Raleigh's benefits .

01 Please select your highest level of education completed.

• Some high school
• High school diploma (or GED)
• Some college
• Associate's degree
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree
• PhD or other professional degree

02 How much relevant or comparable work experience do you have in this field?

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1 to less than 2 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 5 to less than 6 years
• 6 to less than 7 years
• 7 to less than 8 years
• 8 to less than 9 years
• 9 to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

03 Have you ever been terminated or forced to resign from a position?

• Yes
• No

04 If you answered "yes" to being terminated or forced to resign, please provide an explanation and the date. 05 Do you have a valid North Carolina Driver's License Class C or the ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire?

• Yes, I currently have a valid NC Driver's License.
• I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License, but I can obtain one within 60 days of hire.
• No, I do not currently have a valid NC Driver's License and NO, I cannot obtain one within 60 days of hire.

06 Please describe your experience with mowing, groundskeeping, landscaping, or maintaining outdoor facilities. Include the types of equipment you have used, such as commercial mowers, weed eaters, bush hogs, tractors, or other grounds-maintenance equipment. 07 This position may require you to assist coworkers with tasks outside of your primary equipment-operating duties. Tell us about a time when you took on additional responsibilities to help your team accomplish its work. 08 Describe your experience interacting with the public or customers while performing your job duties. How would you handle a customer who is upset, frustrated, or not following facility rules? 09 Do you have experience operating rubber tire loaders and how many years? 10 Are you willing to work weekends, holidays, and other irregular work schedules as needed?

• Yes
• No

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