Equipment Operator III - Heavy Equipment & Grounds

City of Norfolk; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Norfolk is seeking an Equipment Operator III to perform a range of grounds maintenance and heavy equipment tasks in the coastal Virginia community. You will operate surf rakes, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, mowers, tractors, forklifts, and related machinery while maintaining landscapes and turf for beaches and city rights‑of‑ways.

Responsibilities include safety checks, routine maintenance, site cleanup, and assisting with grading and planting projects.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an Equipment Operator or successful completion of a City apprenticeship program.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Preferred CDL Class B with Air Brakes Endorsement within 6 months of employment.
• CPR Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy equipment including Surf Rakes, backhoes, front end loaders, dump trucks, and maintainers.
• Maintains grounds and right of ways: plants, trees, grass, mulch, litter removal, and turf installation.
• Performs safety checks and minor preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Two years experience

Valid driver's license

CDL Class B w/ Air Brakes

CPR Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Surf Rakes

Backhoes

Front End Loaders

Dump Trucks

Mowers

Tractors

Forklifts

Job description

The City of Norfolk is seeking an Equipment Operator III to perform a range of grounds maintenance and heavy equipment tasks in the coastal Virginia community. You will operate surf rakes, backhoes, loaders, dump trucks, mowers, tractors, forklifts, and related machinery while maintaining landscapes and turf for beaches and city rights‑of‑ways.

Responsibilities include safety checks, routine maintenance, site cleanup, and assisting with grading and planting projects.