Sanitation Worker

Salary : $37,606.40 - $43,680.00 Annually
Location : Cashiers Valley Road, Brevard, NC
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 202600022
Department: Public Works
Division: Sanitation & Recycling
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: 8/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
This position is involved in the collection of residential and commercial solid waste which includes removal of brush, leaves, and bulky items such as furniture, appliances, and electronics; residential and commercial curbside recyclables collection; commercial corrugated cardboard collection.


Position rides the back of the truck and manually lifts waste and recycling containers, emptying contents into the truck; screens out items that cannot be picked up and providing/leaving explanation for homeowner. Position also watches for traffic, directs traffic around the truck as needed, and assists with washing and cleaning the truck. Position will also perform other duties as assigned such as assisting with snow removal, loading salt, ice and spreaders, various maintenance duties, special events, and other duties in other areas of the department on an as needed basis.

Examples of Duties

• Rides the rear loader packer trash truck and picks up and throws garbage/trash into rear of truck; screens out trash that cannot be picked up and explains to homeowner if available or tells the driver who writes and leaves a tag with explanation.
• Rides in pickup truck and picks up bagged leaves and piles of brush, throwing into the truck.
• Watches for traffic, directs traffic around the truck as needed, rides on outside of the truck, and assists with washing and cleaning the truck.
• During snow or high wind situations assists with loading salt, ice and spreaders; puts chains on tires; cleans sidewalks downtown; removes tree limbs and other debris.
• Assists with special events and festivals; removes trash; assists with clean up and replacing trash boxes.
• Follows relevant safety practices and procedures in equipment operation.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications
Ability to read and write and to perform heavy manual labor tasks involved in sanitation collection; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of safety regulations and procedures involved in riding a sanitation truck and pickup truck.
• Ability to understand and follow oral instructions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other co-workers, superiors and the general public.
• Ability to respond courteously to citizens.
• Ability to perform heavy manual lifting and related duties.

We are proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees and their families.
Retirement Benefits

• NC Local Government Employees Retirement System (NCLGERS):
  All eligible employees participate in NCLGERS, with a mandatory employee contribution of 6% of gross pay.
• 401(k) Plan:
  The City contributes 5% of the employee's gross salary to a City-sponsored 401(k) plan, regardless of employee contributions.

Insurance Coverage

• Employer-Paid Insurance:
  • Life Insurance: $50,000 policy
  • Short-Term Disability Insurance
  • Dependent Life Insurance
• Health & Dental Insurance:
  
  • The City pays 100% of the premium for employee-only health and dental coverage .
  • Optional dependent coverage is available, with employees sharing in the cost of premiums.
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options:
  
  • Vision Plan
  • Cancer Insurance
  • Accident Insurance
  • Critical Illness Insurance
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Whole Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

• Holidays: 14 paid holidays annually, including one floating holiday.
• Vacation Leave: Accrued bi-weekly; totals 12 days annually . Accrual increases based on years of service in the NC Local Government Retirement System.
• Sick Leave: Accrued bi-weekly; totals 12 days annually .

Additional Benefits

• Employee Wellness Center: Offers free medical care for episodic and minor health concerns.
• Fitness Reimbursement Program: Supports healthy lifestyles by reimbursing qualifying fitness expenses.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Assists with the cost of approved educational programs to support career development.