Senior Street Maintenance Equipment Operator

City of Portsmouth; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Portsmouth is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain streets and alleys using a range of heavy machinery. You will report to an Equipment Operator Supervisor and perform safety checks, daily logs, and routine maintenance.

The role includes traffic control duties and responding to spills or emergencies. Applicants should have 3–5 years of experience with heavy equipment, a valid CDL-B, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Requires experience operating heavy motorized equipment and street repair work.
• Must be able to follow oral and written instructions.
• Excellent physical stamina and ability to perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment for street maintenance and repair.
• Perform preventive maintenance and safety checks.
• Traffic management duties including flagging.
• Maintain daily activity logs.
• Respond to hazardous materials spills.
• Work under supervision with other duties as required.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety procedures

Traffic control

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Portsmouth is seeking an Equipment Operator to maintain streets and alleys using a range of heavy machinery. You will report to an Equipment Operator Supervisor and perform safety checks, daily logs, and routine maintenance.

The role includes traffic control duties and responding to spills or emergencies. Applicants should have 3–5 years of experience with heavy equipment, a valid CDL-B, and the ability to work in varying weather conditions.