Lead Heavy Equipment Operator - Forestry & Training

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Pension plan

Health insurance

Parking

Job summary

City of Norfolk, VA seeks a Forestry Equipment Operator (Equipment Operator IV) to maintain and operate heavy construction equipment and trucks, including bulldozers and beach sanitizing gear. The role includes training other operators and supporting ditch maintenance crews at job sites.

Four years of equipment operation experience and a valid CDL are required. Work location is 2839 Dana Street, Norfolk, VA 23509 with standard government-fair hours and full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of equipment operations experience.
• Valid CDL required.
• Experience operating heavy construction equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, and dump trucks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment (bulldozers, trailers, cranes, dump trucks, backhoes, beach sanitizing equipment).
• Lead and train other equipment operators and maintenance workers.
• Provide maintenance and minor repairs; load/unload equipment and materials to job sites.
• Stockpile bulk materials and assist yard crews as needed.
• Ensure safety and perform daily inspections of equipment.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Leadership training

Safety compliance

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CDL

Job description

City of Norfolk, VA seeks a Forestry Equipment Operator (Equipment Operator IV) to maintain and operate heavy construction equipment and trucks, including bulldozers and beach sanitizing gear. The role includes training other operators and supporting ditch maintenance crews at job sites.

Four years of equipment operation experience and a valid CDL are required. Work location is 2839 Dana Street, Norfolk, VA 23509 with standard government-fair hours and full-time benefits.