What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Works/Solid Waste - Technician Trainee position at City of Hampton, VA?

Salary : $33,762.00 - $60,772.00 Annually

Location : Hampton, VA

Job Type : Full-Time Permanent

Job Number : 08493

Department : SOLID WASTE OPERATIONS

Opening Date : 01 / 27 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern

Function

The purpose of the class is to serve in a trainee capacity to learn to perform a variety of technical duties in the operation and maintenance of the of the City of Hampton's Solid Waste programs in the Department of Public Works. The class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in the operation of a variety of motor equipment.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports as needed.
A combination of education and experience may be considered for this position.
This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
Must possess a valid driver's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driver's record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class B within 180 days of employment.
Must successfully pass a background check related to this position prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

The incumbent will be placed in an Equipment Operator I position at the discretion of the Director of Public Works upon successful meeting minimum qualifications

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Benefits Overview

The following plans are available the first of the month following one full calendar month of employment :

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Reimbursement accounts

Health insurance offered through Optima Health (1-800-229-1199). For more information on the provider network and pharmacies, see the

The vision plan is offered through EyeMed Vision Care. For more information, see the

Three dental plans are offered through Delta Dental (Delta Care, Delta Dental PPO, and Delta Dental PPO Plus) 1-800-237-6060. For more information, see the

Employees begin accruing annual and sick leave immediately.

Other forms of leave include :

Maternity Leave

Parental Bonding Leave

Care for Sick Parent Leave

Birthday Leave

Personal day (available every quarter)

The ten paid holidays each year include :

New Year's Day

Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

President's Day

Memorial Day

Juneteenth Day

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans' Day

Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Day

Employee's birthday

A tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation. An after-tax retirement plan, Roth IRA, is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the

Group life insurance is offered through the VRS and the carrier is the Minnesota Life Insurance Company.

Tax deferred retirement plan 457 is offered through the ICMA Retirement Corporation (1-800-669-7400). For more information, see the

Training and Career Development : The Employee Education Assistance Program (EEAP) encourages employee development through (1) educational programs leading to a degree, (2) skilled craft or trade training leading to a certificate or license and (3) coursework to renew and update skills. Eligibility criteria apply. In addition, the City offers training opportunities in technological, leadership, supervisory, and other areas of government / business knowledge and skill development.

Medical / Dental and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts are offered on a pre-tax basis in order to reduce the amount of tax the employee pays.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is confidential and personal counseling service for the employee and their immediate family (757-363-6777, 1-800-899-8174 or

Direct deposit into most banks is a convenient finance feature.

Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.

Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?

Which of the options below best describes your experience in the operation of a variety of motor equipment? TO BE CONSIDERED, PLEASE SHOW WHERE YOU RECEIVED THIS WORK EXPERIENCE ON YOUR APPLICATOIN.

No experience

Less than a year of experience

1-2 years of experience

3-4 years of experience

5 or more years of experience

Do you have a Commercial Drivers License (CDL) Class B or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

I currently have a CDL Class B

I have the ability to obtain a CDL Class B within 180 days of employment

I do not have the ability to obtain a CDL Class B within 180 days of employment

This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below :

I understand that if selected for this position, I must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.

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