Lead Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator

City of Richmond, Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

City of Richmond, Virginia is seeking a qualified Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment used in maintaining storm water, sanitary, and combined sewer infrastructure. This role involves training and leading a crew on maintenance tasks and ensuring safe operation.

The position supports the Department of Public Utilities, with pre-employment checks and a hiring event on Oct 14, 2026, in Midtown Green.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED completed.
• Six years of relevant work experience required.
• At least two years at Equipment Operator, Principal level.
• Training in equipment used at this level.

Responsibilities

• Lead lower class Equipment Operators and Maintenance Workers.
• Performs advanced pipe repair, replacement, and installation.
• Ensures accurate alignment, grading, and connection integrity for gravity-flow and pressurized systems.
• Conducts sub-surface work at depths up to 10 feet, including excavation, trenching, and backfilling with OSHA compliance.
• Prepares work zones and excavations for open-cut repairs with proper shoring.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Vehicle operation

Safety compliance

Communication

Math basics

Traffic safety

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

City of Richmond, Virginia is seeking a qualified Utilities Heavy Equipment Operator to operate heavy equipment used in maintaining storm water, sanitary, and combined sewer infrastructure. This role involves training and leading a crew on maintenance tasks and ensuring safe operation.

The position supports the Department of Public Utilities, with pre-employment checks and a hiring event on Oct 14, 2026, in Midtown Green.