Recycling Operator

Performs responsible work collecting and transporting solid waste and recyclable materials from collection site to the transfer station or recycle center.

An employee in this position is responsible for collecting waste and recyclables from several convenience centers and local government offices throughout McDowell County. Collecting Red totes of recycling from Government buildings, Load Recycling into open top trailers, load bailor with cardboard, load cardboard bails into trailers. Separate and load electronics, count and load tires into trailers. Must be able to lift up a maximum of 50 pounds.

Equipment

Bobcat, fork lift & loader, light maintenance.

Environmental Factors

Employees must perform tasks that are regularly performed with exposure to adverse environmental conditions; such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, extreme cold or hot weather, noise, vibrations, gases, oil or infectious waste.

High school diploma or GED desired Vocational / Technical training or experience in heavy truck driving, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Possession of a valid NC Driver License

How to Apply

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING AND BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED

APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN CREDIT ONLY FOR INFORMATION PROVIDED IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. No additional information will be solicited by the McDowell County; therefore, persons who submit incomplete applications may not receive full credit for their education, training and experience.

McDowell County is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the County to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, political affiliation or national origin. The County will interactively work with disabled applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations that will allow the individual to perform essential job functions.

McDowell County participates in E-Verify.

Applications are available:

• on our website:

www.mcdowellhrportal.org- under “Job Opportunities”

• McDowell County Administration Building:

25 W Fort Street Marion, NC 28752

Applications can be submitted:

• Online at www.mcdowellhrportal.org
• in person at the County Administration building:

25 W Fort Street Marion, NC 28752

• or by Mail to:

McDowell County Human Resources

60 East Court Street Marion, NC 28752

• or by email to:

[email protected]

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We also offer up to 8 weeks of paid family leave to eligible employees.