Location : 235 Operations Center Dr., NC
Job Type: Full Time-Regular
Job Number: 24-00439
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 01/09/2025
Closing Date: 1/12/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings: Drug Screen
Post Offer Employment Testing
Hiring Salary: $ 16.55
Full Salary Range: $ 16.55 - $24.89
Working Hours: Four 10 hour days per week. 6 am to 4:30 pm, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday.
The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Position DescriptionWork on the back of trucks to complete daily routes to collect and empty trash or recycling carts, collection of vegetative debris by emptying bags and cans or using a pitch fork, disposal of metal, electronics or large household items such as furniture or construction debris that does not fit in a trash cart and delivery and repair of trash and recycling carts. Work assignments are made on a daily basis where needed. After collection has been completed crews will dispose of debris at the appropriate site by using the trucks automated ejection system. Other duties may include removal and replacing trash bags from public receptacles and assisting solid waste operators or workers when needed. Workers are expected to help operators safely back up trucks, complete daily pre-trip & post trip truck inspections and keep vehicles cleaned and well maintained.
The City offers great training opportunities for career development and advancement through onsite and offsite training. Many of our Recycling & Trash Services Workers earn their Commercial Driver's License (CDL) while working and are promoted up to an Operator/Driver!
Recycling & Trash Services Workers are required to work most City holidays and support cleanup efforts for City sponsored events and festivals. This positions is also considered essential and may be required to work before, during and after inclement weather events. Typical TasksCollects and empties trash, waste, and recycling by performing the following duties: pulling carts from the curb, placing carts on tipper, activating tipper to dump cart, activating packing system, removing carts from tipper, returning cart to curb and pick up loose vegetation.
Assists the driver with cleaning of truck by removing trash from inside cab, using a pressure washer and brush to clean the truck and performing other duties as assigned.
QualificationsEducation: Ability to read and write at a minimum of the 8th grade level of education.
Other Requirements:
- Experience and ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Ability to obtain FEMA independent study course certificate within 60 days of hire
- Ability to comply with written and oral instructions.
- Computer skills necessary for training and record keeping.
- This position is considered essential in times of emergency or natural disaster and is required to work most City-sponsored events and festivals and City observed holidays.
This position is required to undergo a post-offer drug screen and pre-employment physical. Supplemental Information Physical Demands:Exerting over 100 lbs. occasionally, 50-100 lbs. frequently, or up to 20-50 lbs. constantly. Ability to lift 75 lbs for extended periods of time.
Working Conditions:This position works primarily in a vehicle and outdoors.
Our Core Values: INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITYOur Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.
What we offer:The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
- Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
- Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
- Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
- 6-weeks paid parental leave
- Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
- Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
- Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
- Tuition assistance benefits
Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department.
All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week. Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.
Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.
Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.
Retirement: - NC Local Government Retirement System -All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
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Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.
Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*): - Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
- Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
- Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
- Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
*Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.
Miscellaneous:- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Cancer & Critical Illness
- Accident Insurance
- Whole Life Insurance
- Credit Union membership
Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.
**This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at for more information.**
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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?
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Which best describes your highest level of education?
- High School Diploma or GED
- Some College
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctorate Degree
- None - N/A
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Do you have experience working outdoors and/or performing manual labor?
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Please identify the company/organization(s) where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note: Entering "N/A" or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.
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Do you understand that this position is considered essential and may be required to perform work before, during and after emergency situations (including inclement weather)?
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