Solid Waste Technician I (Part time

Follow your calling, Find your career

Please apply by 3/13/26

Salary Range: $15 - $23/hourly
This is an non-exempt (hourly) position. Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity. Internal equity considerations include an assessment of the applicant’s salary history and qualifications in comparison to the market rate and requirements for the job.

At Mecklenburg County, you’ll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are with support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. We’re counting on YOUR unique voice and perspective to help Mecklenburg County become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all.

Working at Mecklenburg County for LUESA, (Land Use and Environmental Service Agency) you will help to provide key services that will contribute to an exceptional quality of life for Mecklenburg County residents. LUESA’s responsibilities range from enforcing building and zoning codes to managing water and air resources for future generations.

Working with LUESA provides an opportunity to partner with some of the most creative minds and inspiring leaders. If you are interested in working for a collaborative team that is driven by success and innovation you have found the right organization. We welcome talented, high-energy, fun team members to partner with our community to enhance our quality of life through environmental stewardship and economic vitality.

Location: William R Davies Recycling Center, 4635 Pineville-Matthews Rd, Charlotte, NC 28226

More About the Role:
Please note this is a part-time position for 20 hours per week. This position will primarily require work on Fridays and Saturdays at The William R. Davies Recycling Center. Duties will involve general outdoor labor and assisting customers with recycling inquiries along with overall site cleanliness

Position Summary
Monitors the safe delivery and disposal of solid waste at assigned transfer station or landfill. This
position, under direct supervision, is responsible for performing manual labor and ensuring safety
procedures are followed at transfer site or landfill to load/unload trash, debris and junked furniture and
appliances.

Essential Functions
Work assignments in accordance with close supervision and specific instructions on new
assignments;
Perform repetitive tasks under general supervision after they are learned;
May drive a vehicle to and from work locations or to pick up and deliver materials;
Assist in directing traffic flow of vehicles entering a solid waste facility to the proper area to unload
Assure that materials remain in the area and are not hauled away as salvage
Interact with customers to direct to proper disposal locations.
May perform vehicle load inspections and monitors incoming loads for unacceptable materials
Keep work area clean and free of debris to prevent damage to incoming vehicles
May build, maintain or erect signs at solid waste facilities to direct traffic
Assist with cleaning and maintenance of trucks and tools
Load and unloads heavy material from trucks, equipment, and vans
Move and aid in moving large and bulky objects
Perform general grounds keeping such as picking up trash and debris, mowing grass, and
cleaning
Work safely and report unsafe situations to supervisory staff
May operate non-CDL required vehicles as needed

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:
No experience required.

Education:
High School Diploma or equivalent
Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?: Yes

Licenses and Certifications
May require a valid North Carolina or South Carolina Driver's License
May require the ability to obtain and maintain County driving privilege's

Preferred Qualifications
Preferably some working knowledge of trade methods and practices, or ability to readily learn the
use of tools and materials, work methods and work practices and use and operation of related
equipment;
Ability to follow written and oral instructions;
Ability to make simple arithmetical computations and perform routine maintenance tasks;
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships;
Ability to perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
Light equipment used in maintenance, grounds keeping, and construction
Occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions applicable to safe operation of this
equipment
Basic tools used in maintenance and construction work

Skills
Operating light powered tools, such as drills, mowers, blowers and other assigned equipment
Performing heavy manual labor, sometimes in adverse weather conditions
Understanding of safety
Skill with fueling and mixing oil and gas for small equipment

Abilities
Adaptability: Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities
or environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements
or cultures
Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals
or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the
information provided
Contributing to Team Success: Actively participating as a member of a team to move the team
toward the completion of goals
Energy: Consistently maintaining high levels of activity or productivity; operating with vigor,
effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time
Safety Awareness: Identifying and correcting conditions that affect employee safety; upholding
safety standards

Computer Skills
Basic understanding of applicable computer programs

Work Environment
Works in outdoor exposed to weather conditions

Selection
This classification has been identified as having a role in the development of
ADA compliant technologies and for which the incumbent agrees to follow
County policies to the best of their abilities in order to meet these obligations.
No

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable
accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or
working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request.
Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions
may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.