Solid Waste & Recycling Collections CDL Driver

The North Carolina State University Facilities Division ensures that the campus's physical environment supports the university's mission 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Our team of approximately 900 dedicated professionals plans for current and future needs, builds high-impact facilities, and maintains the campus. Join one of the largest and best employers in the state and help shape the future of our campus community!

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Perks and Benefits

As a Pack member, you belong here, and can enjoy exclusive perks designed to enhance your personal and professional well-being. As you consider this opportunity, we encourage you to review our Employee Value Proposition and learn more about what makes NC State the best place to learn and work for everyone.

What we offer:

* Medical, Dental, and Vision

* Flexible Spending Account

* Retirement Programs

* Disability Plans

* Life Insurance

* Accident Plan

* Paid Time Off and Other Leave Programs

* 12 Holidays Each Year

* Tuition and Academic Assistance

* And so much more!

Attain Work-life balance with our Childcare benefits, Wellness & Recreation Membership, and Wellness Programs that aim to build a thriving wolfpack community.

Disclaimer: Perks and Benefit eligibility is based on Part-Time or Full-Time

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Essential

Job Duties

The primary purpose of the Solid Waste & Recycling Collections CDL Driver, Vehicle Equipment Operator - Advanced position is to provide skilled operation and maintenance of large vehicles and equipment required to complete routinely scheduled and emergency operations managed by Facilities Services.

North Carolina State University owns and operates a fleet of front-end loading collection trucks to service landfill, recycling and compost dumpsters on campus. Drivers are responsible for the safe operation of front-end loading trucks and efficient service to campus customers along assigned routes. Drivers deliver collected materials to disposal and recycling facilities and perform basic maintenance on equipment. Drivers ensure all safety standards and regulations are met.

This position will join a team of dynamic professional drivers in a rewarding and balanced work environment and play a key role in helping the University reach our goal of 70% waste redirection from landfills.

Essential

Responsibilities include:

* Safely operate front-end loading collection trucks and container carrier vehicles to service campus dumpsters.

* Complete assigned collection routes, servicing an average of 50 locations per day.

* Transport collected materials to designated disposal, recycling, or compost facilities.

* Adapt to unplanned service needs, route changes, and emergency operations.

* Conduct daily pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required documentation.

* Utilize onboard technologies such as electronic routing systems, vehicle scales, and cameras.

* Identify and report safety concerns, service issues, equipment damage, or incidents.

* Operate vehicles safely in high-traffic and confined campus environments.

* Perform basic vehicle and equipment maintenance, including greasing components, checking fluids, and replacing lights or filters.

* Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members and maintain positive customer relationships.

* Support snow and ice removal operations, including plowing and brine application, as needed.

* Work rotating schedules, early morning shifts, holidays, weekends, overtime, and emergency call-outs as required.

* Possess technical knowledge of collection equipment such as front-end loaders, container carriers, rear loaders, dumpsters and compactors. May operate other equipment such as forklifts, backhoes and snow removal equipment as needed.

* Lift and transport materials weighing up to 60 pounds with or without reasonable accommodations and perform a wide range of physically demanding tasks in varied outdoor environments, ensuring safe handling practices and maintaining productivity in varying weather and terrain conditions.

Other Responsibilities

* The ability to operate snow plows, apply brine solution to streets, and use other snow removal equipment as necessary. Perform mandatory role duties as assigned

* Must be available for emergency situations that may require working odd shifts or split shifts.

* All of the above activities may require overtime work.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Experience/Education

Demonstrated possession of the competencies necessary to perform the work.

Requires appropriate licenses or certifications to operate assigned types of vehicles or equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience operating commercial collection vehicles or heavy equipment in a safety-regulated environment.

* Knowledge of DOT regulations, safe driving practices, and vehicle inspection procedures.

* Ability to perform basic equipment and vehicle maintenance and identify mechanical issues.

* Strong time management,…