Motor Equipment Operator III - Landfill

City of Virginia Beach; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Motor Equipment Operator III for the Public Works department. This position requires a valid CDL and involves operating bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and roll-off trucks to maintain the landfill workface and roads.

Daily checks and minor repairs of equipment are part of the role, along with traffic control and material handling. Candidates should have landfill experience, the ability to work on slopes, and knowledge of safety around heavy machinery.

Qualifications

• Requires a valid Virginia or North Carolina CDL license.
• Experience operating landfill equipment.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and work on slopes.
• Knowledge of safety procedures around heavy machinery.
• Experience with HHW and storm water a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and roll-off trucks to maintain landfill workface and roads.
• Perform daily checks and minor repairs on equipment.
• Assist with traffic control and loading/unloading materials.
• Operate dewatering pumps and maintain HHW handling.

Skills

CDL license

Heavy equipment operation

Landfill experience

Mowing operations

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Bulldozers

Excavators

Loaders

Roll-off trucks

Dewatering pumps

Job description

Job Posting End Date:October 17, 2026Department:PUBLIC WORKSCompensation Grade:G22Compensation Range & Starting Salary:Pay Range: $49,504.00 - $63,325.60Starting Salary - Minimum of the Pay Range.Job Exempt (If No, Position is eligible for overtime):NoScheduled Weekly Hours:40About Us:Recognized as one of America’s Best-In-State Employers for 2024, the City of Virginia Beach is proud to offer a diverse and dynamic work environment. Our workforce plays a crucial role in delivering exceptional government services to both our citizens and fellow City employees. Apply now to join an organization where you truly make a difference.Job Duties and Preferred Qualifications:Duties:The City of Virginia Beach is hiring a Motor Equipment Operator III. This position requires incumbents to have a valid CDL license.Operate complex construction and maintenance equipment including bulldozers, excavators, loaders, and off-road dump trucks in moving trash, grading, and maintaining the landfill workface and roads.Operate tractor mowers, medium duty power mowers, chainsaws, and weed control devices for maintaining vegetation on landfill slopes, ditches, and grounds.Operate roll-off container trucks for moving roll-off containers to and from convenience center.Operate and maintain various dewatering pumps including gas and diesel.Clean and perform daily checks and minor repairs on automotive equipment.Perform minor repairs of leachate control system.Assist in spotting and traffic control on the landfill work face and drop off areas.Assist in loading and unloading materials and equipment transported by trucksCDL Hiring Bonus:Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment:$1,000 with first paycheck$1,000 first pay period following six-month interim evaluation (with “meets expectation” performance rating)$2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with “meets expectation performance rating)Non probationary employees with a Class A or Class B commercial driver’s license will be eligible for a $4,000 stipend (paid over 26 pay periods).The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/Preferences:Possess valid VA or NC Commercial Driver's LicenseKnowledge of landfill regulations and experience working in a landfill environment; experience related to the operation of equipment and large trucksExperience performing heavy manual work including lifting of heavy articles; experience working on slopes and constructing bermsExperience in general mowing operationsKnowledge of safety precautions when working around equipment and other dangerous conditionsExperience with and handling of household hazardous waste (HHW)Storm water experienceAdditional requirements:• DMV Transcript: Yes• CDL: Yes• Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse: Yes• CPS Check: No• Physical: Yes• Respirator: No• Psychological Screening: No• Polygraph: No• At Will: NoMinimum Requirements:Minimum Qualifications: Requires completion of the tenth grade, plus three (3) years experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, such as motor equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must possess a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina Commercial Driver’s License. Special Requirements: All 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. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee’s supervisor based on position assigned. This is position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be subject to mandatory drug testing and annual exams. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.Skills:Working Conditions:Per HR Policy 6.19, Americans with Disabilities, the City follows the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all hiring and employment decisions. The City shall not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring and employment practices. The City shall make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant or employee with a disability upon request unless the accommodation would cause an undue hardship on the operation of the City’s business.The Working Conditions Summary is intended to provide a general overview of the environmental conditions inherent in the job setting, as well as the physical, mental, and sensory requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the position in the noted job profile. Please copy and paste the URL below into your web browser to view the Working Conditions Summary for this position. https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/P3526.pdfOfficial Job Descriptions:To browse official job descriptions, please access this link - https://virginiabeach.gov/careers/job-descriptions-pay-plans?search=&group=EVRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: The City of Virginia Beach is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status as defined by applicable law.