Motor Equipment Operator I/Ditch Crew

City of Virginia Beach; Berlin; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL Hiring Bonus

Job summary

City of Virginia Beach Public Works is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator I to support the Stormwater Maintenance division. You will operate dump trucks, light trucks, and backhoes, and perform related manual tasks to maintain drainage systems and roadways.

Requires a valid Class A or B CDL, a 10th grade education or equivalent, and the ability to work in various weather conditions; pre-employment physical and DOT drug testing are mandatory.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of tenth grade or equivalent.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) required.
• Must pass pre-employment physical and drug testing.

Responsibilities

• Operate dump truck for sand, stone, gravel and supplies transport.
• Operate light truck carrying tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Operate snow removal or sanding equipment on icy streets.
• Perform minor repairs on automotive equipment.
• Assist in loading/unloading materials and equipment.
• Work by hand to clean drainage structures and remove debris.

Skills

Motor equipment operation

CDL knowledge

Education

10th grade education

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Department

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade

G17

Compensation Range & Starting Salary

Pay Range: $38,792.00 - $60,465.60
Starting salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.

Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime)

No

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

About Us

Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees.

Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications

The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Department is currently hiring a Motor Equipment Operator I to perform a variety of tasks in the Stormwater Maintenance division, duties to include:

• Operate a dump truck in connection with the transportation of sand, stone, gravel, and supplies.
• Operate a light truck in carrying tools, equipment, and supplies, to and from the job site.
• Operate a motor truck engaged in snow removal or sanding of icy streets and roads.
• Operate a dump truck and/or backhoe in making ditch repairs.
• Operate a Ditch Master
• Service and perform minor repairs on automotive equipment, including, but not limited to, excavator, front-end loader, and backhoe.
• Assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment transported by truck.
• Position also requires a significant amount of work by hand when cleaning drainage structures, pipes, ditches, removing debris, cutting down trees, and shoveling sediment.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.
• Familiarwith the Miss Utility process and/or utilityline processes
• Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.

Work Schedule

Monday – Thursday or Tuesday - Friday; 6:30 am to 5:00 pm

A pre-employment physical is required.

CDL Requirement

Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License - Class A or B

CDL Hiring Bonus

Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment:

• $1,000 with first paycheck
• $1,000 first pay period following six-month interim eval (with “meets expectation” performance rating)
• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with “meets expectation” performance rating)

The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

This position is ALPHA I and may require working during inclement weather (e.g., snow, flooding & hurricanes, etc.).

This job posting is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed, and interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis. Once candidates have been selected for all available positions, the posting will close.

Additional requirements

• DMV Transcript: Yes
• CDL: Yes
• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes
• CPS Check: No
• Physical: Yes
• Respirator: No
• Psychological Screening: No
• Polygraph: No
• At Will: No

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Qualifications: Requires completion of tenth (10th) grade, plus one (1) year of experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities, such as motor equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have a current and valid driver’s license. Special Requirements: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. May require a Commercial Drivers license. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing and annual exams. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.

Working Conditions

Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.

The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position. https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P9889.pdf

Official Job Descriptions

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Benefits

• VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
• Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.