What are the responsibilities and job description for the Motor Equipment Operator II position at City of Charlottesville?
Support the Charlottesville Department of Utilities in fulfilling its service to provide efficient and safe utilities to all in our community. The Charlottesville Department of Utilities - Water/Wastewater Division is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Motor Equipment Operator II who is highly motivated and who strives for success by demonstrating Charlottesville's Core Values of Commitment, Integrity, Respect, Innovation, and Collaboration.
This position in the Department of Utilities performs responsible semi-skilled work in the regular operation of specialized automotive equipment related to water/wastewater services; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Maintenance Crew Supervisor.
The preferred hiring amount is between $21.94 - $25.23 an hour ($45,635.20 - $52,478.40 Annually). As of March 28, 2024, this position is in the Labor and Trades bargaining unit in accordance with the City’s Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. Future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. The parties are in the process of negotiating the collective bargaining agreement, which will take effect on July 1, 2025.
Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.
- For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the 'benefits' tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
- The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS; however, the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.
NOTE: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.
- Operates a front-end loader.
- Operates a back-hoe, trencher and related equipment in the maintenance and construction of roads, water/wastewater, stormwater, or sewer lines;
- Operates large tractors, tractors with hydraulic arm mowers and/or bush hog, or other applicable equipment.
- Operates one or more of the following depending on assignment: bucket truck, chipper, large mowing equipment in the maintenance of grounds, and/or operates snow equipment and removal of storm debris during inclement weather.
- Operates televising and sewer cleaning equipment.
- Services, maintains, and makes minor repairs to equipment.
- Operates multi-purpose equipment in laying storm drains.
- Operates a heavy roller, if applicable.
- Operates heavy sweepers in cleaning roads and streets, depending on assignment.
- Operates light equipment, medium, and heavy equipment.
- Periodically performs semi-skilled manual tasks in connection with the equipment operated, if applicable.
- As a trainee, also operates heavy equipment.
- Performs related tasks as required.
- Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED (If no diploma or GED is obtained, must have a minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in the field.).
- Must have experience in the operation of motorized equipment.
- Must have valid VA driver's license by employment start date. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166).
Special Requirements:
- Must have the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire.
- Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.
- This position is subject to emergency call; Must be able to be contacted and respond in case of emergency and reside within 40 minutes response time to the City Yard.
Positions in the Public Utilities Department are subject to mandatory emergency and stand by call and with minimum response time requirements. Position is subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.
Physical requirements for this position as outlined by the Department of Labor: Heavy work. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. frequently and/or up to 20 lbs. constantly to move objects.
Salary : $45,635 - $52,478
