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Waste Operative Jobs in Raleigh, NC (NOW HIRING)

Operates utility or waste treatment equipment in a safe manner and in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements. * Monitors the operation of utility or waste ...

Mechanic

Raleigh, NC

$24.25 - $32/hr

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Mechanic

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Mechanic

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$24.25 - $32/hr

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Mechanic

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$20 - $30/hr

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Mechanic

Raleigh, NC

$24.25 - $32/hr

Perform minor and major repairs on waste pick- up trucks and support equipment. * Keeps equipment ... Keeps shop equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns ...

Press Operator

Durham, NC

$16 - $20.75/hr

Monitors product waste. Operates press splicer. Replaces worn or damaged disposable parts ... Assists the Head Press Operator with maintaining accurate record keeping, press time sheets and ...

Press Operator

Durham, NC · On-site

$16 - $20.75/hr

Monitors product waste. Operates press splicer. Replaces worn or damaged disposable parts ... Assists the Head Press Operator with maintaining accurate record keeping, press time sheets and ...

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How much do waste operative jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for waste operative in Raleigh, NC is $24.87, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.62 and $28.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Waste Operative vs Recycling Operative?

AspectWaste OperativeRecycling Operative
CredentialsBasic health & safety training, PPEBasic health & safety training, PPE
Work EnvironmentWaste collection sites, landfillsRecycling centers, sorting facilities
Industry UsageWaste management, disposalRecycling, materials recovery
Job TasksCollecting, loading wasteSorting, processing recyclables

Waste Operatives focus on waste collection and disposal, often working at landfills or collection points. Recycling Operatives specialize in sorting and processing recyclable materials at recycling centers. Both roles require similar safety training but differ mainly in their work environment and specific tasks.

What cities near Raleigh, NC are hiring for Waste Operative jobs? Cities near Raleigh, NC with the most Waste Operative job openings:
Non-CDL Portable Restroom Service Driver

Non-CDL Portable Restroom Service Driver

Meridian Waste

Raleigh, NC

Full-time

Posted 16 days ago


Meridian Waste rating

5.1

Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

63rd of 71 rated recycling and waste


Job description

Summary: The Portable Restroom Service Driver is responsible for safely operating a portable restroom service truck, and providing prompt, courteous and complete restroom services for customers. In addition, the Driver is responsible for ensuring his or her vehicle is in compliance with the Company’s safety standards prior to operating the vehicle, ensures that all Company, state and federal regulations are adhered to at all times while operating the vehicle, and completes vehicle condition reports on a daily basis to ensure that any vehicle defects are repaired in a timely manner.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform complete pre- and post-operation inspection of the vehicle in accordance with Company policy to ensure tire pressure, fluid levels, safety equipment, gauges, and controls are in proper working order. Report any safety issues on standard reports.
  • Safely operate heavy truck along designated route and to the disposal site; read route sheet, follow map and service each customer as identified on the route sheet or as assigned by the dispatcher and/or supervisor.
  • Operate manual and/or automatic controls in accordance with Company safety policies and procedures to lift and load refuse, operate compactor and dispose of collected material at the designated facility.
  • Courteously interact with all customers, dispatchers and others on a daily basis to ensure all customer routes are serviced in a timely and professional manner.
  • Identify unsatisfactory containers and tag restrooms in accordance with applicable departmental procedures.
  • Continuously monitor waste for evidence of unacceptable waste.
    Clean area around an accidental waste spill, ensuring adherence to all applicable safety standards and policies.
  • Continuously monitor the condition of the vehicle to ensure it is operationally ready at all times to minimize down time; clean waste from the truck body on each disposal trip.
  • Complete required route/productivity sheets, Vehicle Condition Reports and other reports, as required.
    Maintain adherence to required productivity standards for the department to ensure all customers are serviced in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Good customer services skills to meet and exceed customer expectations; acts in a professional, courteous and cooperative manner toward customers and co-workers; works with a sense of honesty and trustworthiness.
  • Good time management skills to ensure assigned responsibilities are completed in an efficient and safe manner.
  • Good follow through ability; adheres to work schedule and follows through on challenges as they arise.
  • Ability to adhere to Company policies and rules set forth; promotes the Company’s safety standards; does not take inappropriate risks.
  • Maintains a feeling of pride in work; strives to achieve all goals.
  • Follow and comply with all safety policies.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/ and or Experience:

  • Prior experience driving Non-CDL trucks preferred.
  • Excellent reading and writing skills

Specialized Knowledge Required Including any required certificates, licenses, and registrations

  • Excellent Customer Service skills.
  • Must be able to multi-task and have an attention to detail.
  • Must have the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Great attention to detail.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Light lifting (50-100 pounds), Shop Environment

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • Warehouse/ Shop Environment

In addition to the above, the performance of other related duties may be required.

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