Motor Equipment Operator III - Landfill

City of Virginia Beach; Berlin; On-site; EUR 44,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CDL Hiring Bonus

CDL stipend

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Motor Equipment Operator III with a valid CDL to operate landfill and support maintenance tasks. This role requires operating bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and heavy trucks, performing routine checks, and assisting with traffic control and loading duties.

Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and three years of related experience, plus a CDL; the City offers competitive pay, a structured benefits package, and opportunities for career

Qualifications

• Requires completion of high school or equivalent with 3 years of experience in motor equipment operation or related work.
• Must possess a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• DMV Transcript and Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse compliance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate complex construction and maintenance equipment (bulldozers, excavators, loaders, off-road dump trucks) at landfill sites.
• Operate tractor mowers, power mowers, chainsaws and weed control devices for vegetation maintenance on landfill slopes and grounds.
• Move roll-off containers with trucks and assist in loading/unloading materials.
• Conduct daily equipment checks and minor repairs; assist in traffic control and safety at work face.

Skills

CDL license

Equipment operation

Safety consciousness

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting End Date:

October 26, 2026

Department:

PUBLIC WORKS

Compensation Grade:

G22

Compensation Range & Starting Salary:

Pay Range: $49,504.00 - $63,325.60
Starting Salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.

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

No

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:

Duties:

The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Motor Equipment Operator III. This position requires incumbents to have a valid CDL license.

• Operate complex construction and maintenance equipment including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and off-road dump trucks in moving trash, grading, and maintaining the landfill workface and roads.
• Operate tractor mowers, medium duty power mowers, chainsaws, and weed control devices for maintaining vegetation on landfill slopes, ditches, and grounds.
• Operate roll-off container trucks for moving roll-off containers to and from convenience center.
• Operate and maintain various dewatering pumps including gas and diesel.
• Clean and perform daily checks and minor repairs on automotive equipment.
• Perform minor repairs of leachate control system.
• Assist in spotting and traffic control on the landfill work face and drop off areas.
• Assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment transported by trucks

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 evaluation (with "meets expectation" performance rating)
• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with "meets expectation performance rating)

Non probationary employees with a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license will be eligible for a $4,000 stipend (paid over 26 pay periods).

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/

Preferences:

• Possess valid VA or NC Commercial Driver’s License
• Knowledge of landfill regulations and experience working in a landfill environment; experience related to the operation of equipment and large trucks
• Experience performing heavy manual work including lifting of heavy articles; experience working on slopes and constructing berms
• Experience in general mowing operations
• Knowledge of safety precautions when working around equipment and other dangerous conditions
• Experience with and handling of household hazardous waste (HHW)
• Storm water experience

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 the tenth grade, plus three (3) years 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 possess a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina Commercial 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. 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 position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be 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/P3526.pdf

Official Job Descriptions:

To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=E

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.