Equipment Operator I-Utilities

Staunton City & Schools; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 19,741 - 28,116; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent benefits

Job summary

A public works department is seeking an Equipment Operator I to join the Utilities Division. The ideal candidate will safely operate various equipment for the construction, repair, and maintenance of water and sewer lines. Responsibilities include performing manual labor, servicing equipment, and resolving problems independently or as part of a team. A VA Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required. The position offers a starting pay of $17.37 per hour and excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• VA Class A CDL license with tanker endorsement required.
• Ability to perform after-hours standby duty.
• Operational knowledge of backhoe, sewer and water lines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate light and medium duty equipment.
• Perform repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines.
• Make minor repairs to equipment.

Skills

Ability to operate light and medium duty equipment

Problem solving

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Manual labor capabilities

Tools

Utility truck

Dump truck

Air compressor

Hand/power tools

Job description

Equipment Operator I-Utilities

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Job Details

Job ID: 5456443

Application Deadline: Mar 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted: Oct 03, 2025 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $17.37 Per Hour

Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Description

CITY OF STAUNTON

Equipment Operator I-Utilities

The City of Staunton’s Public Works Department is seeking an Equipment Operator I to join its team in the Utilities Division.

Successful candidate safely operates light and medium duty equipment in the construction, repair and maintenance of City water and sewer lines. Equipment used includes, but is not limited to, utility truck, dump truck, air compressor and hand/power tools. Requires considerable manual labor in the repair and maintenance of water and sewer lines at all times of day, in all weather conditions. Services and makes minor repairs to equipment. VA Class A CDL license with tanker endorsement and good driving record required. Applicants with a CDL but without the tanker endorsement will have 2 months to obtain the endorsement. Applicants with competitive work experience without CDL will be considered at lower classification upon condition of obtaining CDL with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire. Ability to follow instructions, problem solve, work and think both independently and effectively in a team environment is required. Operational knowledge of backhoe, sewer and water lines preferred. Ability to perform after-hours standby duty on a rotational basis required.

$17.37/hr or higher DOE/DOQ (+) excellent benefits. Position is open until filled.

The City of Staunton is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is fully committed to the principles and practices of equal employment.

Contact Information

• Jonathan Venn
• 116 W Beverley St
• Staunton, Virginia 24401
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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