Refuse Truck Operator (Equipment Operator III)

City of Norfolk, VA; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in municipal services is seeking a skilled Refuse Truck Operator to join its dedicated team. This role involves operating heavy machinery and performing essential landscaping duties to maintain the beauty and functionality of city parks and streets. With a commitment to quality service, the department has achieved national accreditation, ensuring a high standard of recreational services for the community. If you have a passion for outdoor work and a knack for operating heavy equipment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to the city's landscape and environment while enjoying a competitive salary and a signing bonus.

Benefits

Signing Bonus of $5,000

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Training Opportunities

Qualifications

• Requires 2 years of experience as an Equipment Operator or completion of an apprenticeship.
• Knowledge of operational and technical processes equivalent to high school education.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for landscaping and maintenance tasks.
• Perform safety checks and minor maintenance on equipment.
• Respond to emergencies by removing snow and storm debris.

Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation

Landscaping

Safety Checks

Maintenance of Equipment

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Surf Rakes

Backhoes

Front End Loaders

Dump Trucks

Forklifts

Mowers

Tractors

Job description

The City of Norfolk Department of Parks and Recreation Landscape Division is seeking an experienced Refuse Truck Operator. This position works with a team to maintain city streets and perform landscaping duties which include removing trees, mowing ditch banks, performing mechanized beach-cleaning, and hauling nursery stock.

Norfolk's Department of Recreation, Parks and Open Space is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.

Department Hiring Salary Range: $41,503 - $43,578

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

• Operates heavy equipment to include Surf Rakes (clean beaches), backhoes, front end loaders, dump trucks, and maintainers.
• Maintains grounds and right of ways by collecting and delivering trash containers, mowing grass, raking leaves, digging holes, planting, pruning and maintaining trees and flower beds, mixing and applying chemicals, loading and applying mulch, weed eating, trimming, performing general care of landscape, grading athletic fields for game play, installing and maintaining turf, removing trees, grinding tree stumps, identifying plants and trees, cleaning up job sites, hauling topsoil, grading, removing snow, aerating lawns, cutting grass, trimming trees, removing dead limbs, removing storm damage, cutting back weeds, picking up and removing litter, refuse and debris from vacant lots.
• This position also operates mowers, tractors, dump trucks, forklifts, and other motorized equipment in grounds maintenance operations.
• Performs safety checks and minor preventative maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to, checking fluids, changing blades and daily inspections to ensure equipment is safe to operate.
• Performs landscaping duties by preparing soil, digging holes, loading and distributing mulch, cleaning up job sites, grinding tree stumps, trimming trees and shrubs, removing flowers, installing turf, fertilizing, applying pesticides, planting trees, shrubs and flowers, seeding and lining mulching beds and trees, hauling topsoil, grading, removing snow, aerating lawns, hauling and removing trash, grading and smoothing clay on ball fields, lining fields, raising base pins, raking fields and preparing sport and recreational fields for use.
• Responds to emergencies by removing ice, snow, and storm debris.
• Other duties as assigned.

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Two years' experience as an Equipment Operator or successful completion of a City apprenticeship program.

Preferred License(s) and/or Certification(s):
CDL Class B with Air Brakes Endorsement within 6 months of employment
Refuse truck experience

Work Location: 2839 Dana Street, Norfolk, VA 23509

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, 40 hours per week

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.