Landfill Equipment Technician I

Job Title

Johnston County Landfill Equipment Technician

Job Description

Johnston County Landfill is currently seeking a responsible individual to oversee preventative maintenance, repairs, and ensure the efficient operation of our equipment and vehicles. As a landfill Equipment Technician, you will be responsible for preventative maintenance and repairs on bulldozers, track loaders, trash compactors, excavators, off road trucks, motor grader, pan, vibratory roller, farm tractors, mowing equipment, and other related mechanical devices. THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Preventative maintenance and repairs on highway trucks, pick-up trucks, and trailers.
• The incumbent will operate a service truck on and off site to perform equipment refueling, daily maintenance, and other mechanic duties.
• Responsibility for keeping the shop area and service vehicles clean, operating and maintaining various types of heavy equipment, including front loader trucks, forklifts, roll-off trucks, and garbage trucks.
• Repairing pumps, motors, hydraulic systems, electric systems, waste containers and other apparatus equipment related to landfill operations.
• Performs welding, cutting, and fabrication.
• Performs related and other duties as assigned. Basic computer skills such as ordering parts and supplies online from vendors, operating maintenance software, using e-mail, & e-learning skills preferred.
• Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required.
• The job is considered Essential Personnel and will be required to work during and following natural disasters and emergency situations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of a variety of tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and landfill related equipment.
• Good knowledge of the techniques and methods involved in troubleshooting and solving mechanical difficulties.
• Ability to read and interpret a variety of equipment service manuals and to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment and a variety of support vehicles.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.
• Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions related to assigned duties.

• Must be able to perform very heavy work exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally; 50 pounds of force frequently; and 20 pounds constantly.
• Must possess the visual acuity to operate heavy equipment and support vehicles in a safe manner to perform repairs, read gauges, and make written records.
• Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, weather, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, machinery, vibrations, traffic hazards, toxic agents, animals/wildlife, water hazards, disease, or pathogenic substances.

Desired Education and Experience

• Ability to read and write and considerable experience with heavy equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.
• Mechanical experience working with automobiles and trucks.
• Prefer candidates with experience operating heavy equipment.
• Valid North Carolina driver's license.
• CDL preferred but not required.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Other duties may be assigned.

Important Pre-Employment Information:

• If the position requires a degree, official transcripts must be submitted within 30 days of hire.
• A pre-employment reference check will be conducted.
• A background check may be required and may include criminal history, motor vehicle records, sex offender registry checks, pre-employment drug screening, SBI fingerprinting, and, if applicable, a National Practitioner Data Bank (NPDB) check.
• A conviction record does not automatically disqualify you from employment, unless otherwise required by state law. Each situation is reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

Johnston County provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program.

Employees are offered a diverse selection of benefits including medical (no-cost for the employee plan), dental, life, and supplemental benefit coverages. Employees can also take advantage of our on-site wellness clinic and virtual telehealth program, both at no-cost!

Additional benefits include participation in the NC Retirement System, a 401(k) match option, generous paid leave and holiday schedule, tuition reimbursement, and more! To learn more, visit

*This description applies to benefits eligible positions.