Lead Equipment Operator, Roadway Maintenance

City of Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking a Senior Equipment Operator in the Roadway Maintenance Division to oversee operations for an assigned area using a variety of specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include operating heavy vehicles, maintaining equipment, performing snow removal, and consulting on work orders and blueprints. The role requires DMV licenses and safety compliance, with exposure to diverse outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two (2) years of equipment operator experience and training on used equipment.
• Equivalent combination of training and experience may be accepted by the department.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain specialized equipment, machinery, and heavy construction vehicles.
• Maintain streets and roadways in assigned area.
• Load, transport, and deliver materials and equipment; establish safe work zones.

Skills

Vehicle operation

Safety procedures

Reading maps

Reading blueprints

Inventory checks

Problem solving

Teamwork

Emergency response

Snow removal

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking a Senior Equipment Operator in the Roadway Maintenance Division to oversee operations for an assigned area using a variety of specialized equipment.

Responsibilities include operating heavy vehicles, maintaining equipment, performing snow removal, and consulting on work orders and blueprints. The role requires DMV licenses and safety compliance, with exposure to diverse outdoor conditions.