Recycling Site Operator

Recycling Site Operator

Salary

$35,170.10 - $40,446.02 Annually

Location

2138 Bishop Rd, Greensboro, NC 27406, NC

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

04159

Department

Planning

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

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GUILFORD COUNTY GOVERNMENT

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Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

Performs manual labor dismantling freezers, refrigerators, and washers and dryers into various parts for resale, recycling, or solid waste disposal. Employee also receives, processes, and prepares electronics for transportation and recycling. The emphasis of the work is on participating, as necessary, in the performance of manual labor tasks, such as taking apart various case goods and separating parts for processing. Duties also include accepting tires from residents and businesses, and commingled recyclables from the public, all in accordance with North Carolina statutes and County policy. Daily work is performed at the County's Recycling Facility. Reports to the Recycling Site Supervisor.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

An employee in this class performs manual labor dismantling freezers, refrigerators, and washers and dryers into various parts for resale, recycling, or solid waste disposal. The emphasis of the work is on manual labor tasks of taking apart various case goods and separating various parts for processing. The employee also accepts electronics from the public and separates, processes, and prepares items for transportation, and prepares packing list(s) to accompany each load. The employee also accepts tires from residents and businesses and accepts commingled recyclables from the public; all in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes and County policy. The employee utilizes a variety of hand and power tools, as well as motorized lifting and moving vehicles such as front-end loaders, skid steers, and other apparatus. The employee may also interact with the public by providing general information about site operations or directions. An additional role may include receiving and accounting of monies received from citizens disposing of regulated materials. The classification is non-supervisory. Work is assigned and coordinated by the Recycling Site Supervisor.

Examples of Duties

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Accepts electronics from the public, separates, processes, and prepares items for transportation, along with preparing packing lists that accompany each load.

• Accepts tires from residents and businesses according to North Carolina General Statutes and County policy.

• Accepts comingled recycling from the public.

• Tends the collection facility office and determines residency, volume of load, and other determinants of charges based upon the established schedule.

• Issues receipts and accounts for money received.

• Prepares and maintains daily records necessary for proper reporting of revenues, traffic and disposal volumes.

• Provides general information to questions from the public and directs traffic to and from the disposal site.

• Conducts inspections of delivered materials restricted from dumping and/or materials that may create fire hazards.

• Sets up and repairs protective fencing for property and recycling materials.

• Monitors public access to recycling site to prevent scavenging of materials and promote safety.

• Operates recycling material handlers such as front-end loaders, skid steers, forklifts, low boys, and other equipment.

• Ensures that access roads and the loading dock floor within the facility are kept clear of debris.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

RECRUITMENT STANDARDS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic arithmetic and ability to maintain accurate records.

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include walking or standing for extended periods of time and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.

• Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.

• Ability to operate assigned equipment.

• Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.

Typical Qualifications

Recycling Site Operator:

Graduation from high school or GED equivalency and training and/or work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of performing manual work in recycling site operation. Prior experience in the operation of a forklift or skid steer is required. Possession of a valid driver's license. Possession of a valid Class B CDL license.

Recycling Site Operator Trainee Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or GED equivalency and training and/or work experience sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of performing manual work in recycling site operation. Prior experience in the operation of a forklift or skid steer is required.

Special Requirements:

Possession of a valid driver's license. Ability to obtain a Class B CDL license within 12 months of hire.

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions:

Work is manual labor in a solid waste refuse environment. Physical tasks include lifting, stooping, bending, reaching, pulling, holding, standing, and operation of motorized and hydraulic equipment. The employee is exposed to various safety hazards including grease, oils, freon gases, wiring, sharp projectiles, uneven terrain, and possibly human and animal waste and infectious materials. Work is characterized by a variety of weather conditions. Some evening and weekend events, meetings, and presentations may be required.

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to physically perform the basic life operational functions of fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and seeing. Must be able to perform manual work exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or sufficient physical exertion to frequently or constantly lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, with or without motorized or hydraulic support. Must possess the visual acuity to identify work safety hazards and to operate a forklift and front-end loader or similar equipment.

Driving Is Essential

Driving is an essential requirement of this position whether driving a County owned or personal vehicle to conduct county business. Motor Vehicle reports may be verified for valid driver's license and that the driving record is compatible with the county's driving criteria. If a personal vehicle is operated for county business proper insurance is maintained as per Guilford County's vehicle use policy.

Special Note:

This generic class description gives an overview of the job class, its essential job functions, and recommended job requirements. However, for each individual position assigned to this class, there is available a completed job questionnaire with a physical abilities checklist which can give further details about that one specific position. Those documents should be reviewed before initiating a selection process. They can provide additional detailed information in which to base various personnel actions and can assist management in making legal and defensible personnel decisions.

Guilford County is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to employees and applicants for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation or political affiliation. The County is committed to complying with all applicable federal, state and local laws that pertain to employment, and to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination of any kind. If you need an auxiliary aide, make the request forty-eight (48) hours in advance of the time the accommodation is needed by calling 336-641-3324.

We are excited about the opportunity of having you as a prospective new employee!

You probably already know our county is a wonderful county to live in, but did you know it is also a wonderful place to work?

Below are a few of the reasons why we love working for Guilford County.

We offer Health Insurance (UnitedHealthCare) to all benefitted employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week. The shared cost of the premium is based on scheduled/budgeted hours. If you are a full-time employee working 40 hours a week you can expect to pay less than $35 a month for medical coverage, dental coverage for $4 a month and vision coverage for $5 a month. Thats less than $45 a month for medical, dental & vision coverage; thats unheard of.

Telehealth UHC Virtual Visits are available to you with no copay or out of pocket expense.

We are excited to inform you Guilford County has an Employee Wellness Center (24/7 access) with strength training equipment, cardio machines and a group exercise room with virtual or in person coaching from our Wellness Specialist!

Employee Assistance Program, 100% funded by the county. A superb benefit for you and your family absolutely free. Confidential help with personal or work-related issues.

13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, and 12 vacation days a year. Thats 37 paid days a year, totaling almost 2 months of paid time off.

Employer contributes 5% into your 401(k) - no match required.

Enrollment in the State Retirement Plan by contributing 6%.

Longevity pay beginning at five years of service.

We provide a $10,000 Life and AD&D benefit to eligible employees.

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) allow you to set aside tax-free dollars for health care and dependent care.

Voluntary Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability.

01

Please select the highest level of education you have achieved:

• High school or GED
• Associates degree
• Bachelors degree
• Masters degree or higher

02

Do you have a current valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a valid NC Commercial Drivers License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within the first 12 months of your hire date?

• Yes, I have my NC CDL.
• Yes, I can obtain one within 12 months.

04

Do you have any experience in operating a forklift or skid steer? (must be notated on your application)

• Yes
• No

05

In 2-3 sentences, briefly describe how your training and/or work experience are sufficient to demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities of performing manual work in a recycling site operation.

Required Question

Employer Guilford County

Address 201 S Greene Street

Greensboro, North Carolina, 27401-6417

Phone 3366413763

Website https://www.guilfordcountync.gov/