CDL Class A Driver - Heavy Equipment & Tanker Ops

Spotsylvania County; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Tuition Assistance Program

Paid Leave

Job summary

Spotsylvania County seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a range of motorized heavy vehicles for the Utilities/Public Works Department. You will handle refuse, recyclables, debris, and wastewater residuals with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include inspections, minor maintenance, critical logging, and rapid response to incidents or snow events. A Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required, with additional endorsements obtained within specified

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1–3 years of experience operating Class B and/or Class A commercial vehicles.
• Valid Class A CDL with air-brake endorsement; tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
• DOT pre-employment drug screen and physical; forklift certification within 6 months.
• Basic computer/technical skills and CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate commercial vehicles including tractor trailers, roll-offs, tankers, and other heavy equipment safely.
• Perform pre/post trip inspections and basic preventative maintenance on trucks and equipment.
• Maintain daily hauling and maintenance logs; report unsafe conditions to supervisors.
• Respond to emergencies, snow removal, and weather-related assignments as required.
• Attend required trainings and ensure compliance with OSHA and County policies.

Skills

Class A CDL

Air-brake endorsement

Heavy equipment operation

Safe driving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Spotsylvania County seeks an experienced Heavy Equipment Operator to operate a range of motorized heavy vehicles for the Utilities/Public Works Department. You will handle refuse, recyclables, debris, and wastewater residuals with emphasis on safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include inspections, minor maintenance, critical logging, and rapid response to incidents or snow events. A Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required, with additional endorsements obtained within specified