Job Description
Join the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator I - Make a Difference in Your Community!
Ready for a rewarding career with great benefits and opportunities to grow? Look no further!
The Department of Public Utilities Sanitary Sewer division is actively seeking motivated, skilled Equipment Operators I. If you have a passion for working with heavy machinery and are ready to be part of a dedicated team making a direct impact on your community, we want to hear from you!
Why You Should Apply: - $3,000 Signing Bonus - Get a head start with us!
- $4,000 Annual CDL Stipend - We know the value of your CDL , and we reward you for it.
- Career Progression Opportunities - Take your career to the next level! Our Voluntary Career Progression Program offers clear paths for advancement within your division.
As an Equipment Operator I, you will: - Operate a variety of motorized equipment, including tanker trucks, vacuum trucks, dump trucks, and backhoes, to transport materials, tools, and personnel to job sites.
- Use specialized equipment to support essential City operations and assist in the repair and maintenance of sanitary sewer gravity and force mains and service laterals.
- Perform operational tests and inspections to ensure facility systems and components are running efficiently, including manholes and valves.
- Inspect and perform minor maintenance on motor equipment, reporting any issues to your supervisor.
What We're Looking For: - A skilled Equipment Operator who knows how to use heavy machinery and hand/power tools to keep things running smoothly.
- A team player with the ability to respond to emergency situations, including inclement weather and overtime requirements.
- Someone with the ability to obtain a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire and who's ready to put their experience to work for the City of Chesapeake.
We care about you and your success! When you join the City of Chesapeake, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package.
Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks. Required Qualifications VOCATIONAL / EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT : Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED or specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS : In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES : Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with
City Driving Standards . Depending upon department requirements, a Commercial Driver's License ( CDL ), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire, is also required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications Experience operating heavy equipment to perform maintenance of sanitary sewer systems, construction or related field.
Job Tags
Full time, Temporary work, Relocation package,