Equipment Operator II Wastewater Utility Worker

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator II, where you'll operate heavy machinery and support essential sewer maintenance operations. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a signing bonus and career progression opportunities. If you're skilled and ready to make a difference in your community, apply now!

Benefits

Medical, Prescription, and Retirement Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Legal Resources and Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Completion of 10th grade required; high school diploma preferred.
• Minimum of six months related experience required.
• Valid Class A CDL required.

Responsibilities

• Operate motorized equipment like tanker trucks and backhoes.
• Perform inspections and maintenance on equipment.
• Complete job-related logs and forms.

Skills

Heavy machinery operation

Teamwork

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Specialized vocational training

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Join the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator II - Make a Difference in Your Community!

Ready for a rewarding career with great benefits and opportunities to grow? Look no further!

The Department of Public Utilities Sanitary Sewer division is actively seeking motivated, skilled Equipment Operators II. If you have a passion for working with heavy machinery and are ready to be part of a dedicated team making a direct impact on your community, we want to hear from you!

Why You Should Apply :

• 3,000 Signing Bonus - Get a head start with us!
• 4,000 Annual CDL Stipend - We know the value of your CDL , and we reward you for it.
• Career Progression Opportunities - Take your career to the next level! Our Voluntary Career Progression Program offers clear paths for advancement within your division.

As an Equipment Operator II, you will :

• Operate a variety of motorized equipment, including tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, dump trucks, and backhoes, to transport materials, tools, and personnel to job sites.
• Use specialized equipment to support essential City operations in the maintenance and repair of sanitary sewer gravity mains, force mains, service laterals and associated site restoration.
• Perform operational tests and inspections to ensure facility systems and components are running efficiently, including manholes and valves.
• Inspect and perform minor maintenance on motor equipment, reporting any issues to your supervisor.
• Performs administrative task such as completing job-related logs and forms.

What We're Looking For :

• A skilled Equipment Operator who knows how to use heavy machinery and hand / power tools to keep things running smoothly.
• A team player with the ability to respond to emergency situations, including inclement weather and overtime requirements.
• A professional with a valid Class A CDL who's ready to put their experience to work for the City of Chesapeake ( tanker endorsement required within 6 months of hire ).

We care about you and your success! When you join the City of Chesapeake, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package, including :

• Medical, Prescription, and Retirement Benefits
• Paid Time Off ( PTO ) and Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Legal Resources and Wellness Program
• And much more!

Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications

VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED OR specialized vocational training is preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT : In addition to satisfying the vocational / education standard, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards . A Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ) is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and experience of pipe repair techniques and maintenance of gravity and pressurized piping systems.

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