Solid Waste Assistant Manager

This job posting expires at 11:59PM on November 16, 2026. No applications can be submitted after 11:59PM on November 16, 2026.

Job Title: Solid Waste Assistant Manager

Department: Solid Waste

External Hiring Range: $25.77 - $31.01

Compensation Grade: 2007

Posted Internally and Externally

Buncombe County Solid Waste is hiring one (1) Solid Waste Assistant Manager position. This individual will report to the Solid Waste Manager, who has a team of 9 employees.

The primary goal of the Solid Waste Assistant Manager position is to provide managerial and operational leadership, technical management, and strategic oversight for countywide solid waste facilities and environmental compliance programs and serves as the assistant to the Solid Waste Manager. This position is in-person, overtime will be allowed depending on operational needs of the department. The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. The typical work location is the Buncombe County Landfill.

This job is posted until filled and could come down at any time. If you are interested, apply today! Additional relevant training or experience as detailed in the job description: 40 Hour OSHA HAZWOPER Training and Certification at time of hire, or within 12 months; and Certified Landfill Operator through NCSWANA at time of hire, or within 12 months.

Purpose of the position:

The purpose of this position is to operate heavy equipment and assist the Landfill Manager in supervising and directing the daily operations of MSW Landfill, Construction and Demolition Landfill, and treatment and processing operations to comply with local, Federal, and State rules and regulations.

Minimum Education, Training and/or Experience (required at time of hire): High school diploma or GED, and four (4) years of experience in landfill operations, solid waste engineering development, construction and/or maintenance activities or other related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation: Landfill Operator certification. Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA) operator certification.

Physical Requirements: The work is primarily very heavy work requiring exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: balancing, climbing, crouching, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, talking, visual acuity, and walking. The work is performed in an environment with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to self or others.

Essential Functions of the position:

• Assist in the direction and scheduling of Landfill operations and personnel.
• Assist with scheduling workload and equipment, land clearing, construction projects, improvement projects and various safety training; coordinate maintenance needs with the Fleet Manager and operate GPS surveying equipment to maintain grade control of landfills and borrow area.
• Consult with the Manager in the recruitment, selection, and training of all landfill personnel.
• Operate heavy equipment used in the operation and maintenance of the Buncombe County landfill.
• Assist with grade control equipment and ensure equipment, containers, tools, and supplies are properly inventoried, maintained, and operated.
• Assist with the development, implementation, and enforcement of the safety program/procedure designed to protect the employees, contractors, public and environment.
• Assist with post closure system management and gas collection system improvements.
• Consult with Solid Waste Director in Landfill Managers absence as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Abilities:

• Knowledge of principles and practices of municipal solid waste collection and disposal.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to landfill operations.
• Knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administration.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and the proper safety precautions involved in operating motorized equipment.
• Maintain working knowledge of new technologies developed by the industry and government regulators
• Ability to evaluate workload and organize assignments; Exercise independent judgment and make decisions.
• Ability to interpret and implement codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ability to apply engineering standards.
• Ability to plan, direct, and coordinate the work of landfill employees.
• Ability to maintain work records and prepare written reports of activities.

Buncombe County Government realizes the importance of a diverse professional workforce and the need to foster a responsive and innovative organizational culture, one that fully engages all of our employees, honoring and building on each employee's unique experiences, opinions, and perspective.

It is the policy of Buncombe County to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of race, natural hair or hairstyles, ethnicity, creed, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, marital or familial status, pregnancy, veteran status, religious belief or non-belief, age, or disability or any other legally protected class under federal or NC State law. EEO practices and employment decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation shall not be based on any of these protected classes. In addition, the County expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment or discrimination.