What are the responsibilities and job description for the Equipment Operator II (Storm Water Management) position at City of Norfolk, VA?
Description
Department of Public Works is currently seeking an Equipment Operator II within the Division of Environmental Storm Water Management. Equipment Operator II's are responsible for operating heavy construction equipment and participating in the routine functions of an operational storm water crew.
The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk’s citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City’s Street Network, Traffic Management System, Storm Water System, Waste Management, and Recycling.
Department Hiring Salary Range: $41,231 (with an additional $5,000 CDL Stipend)
Essential Functions
- Operates heavy construction equipment assigned such as front-end loaders, backhoes, dump trucks, pick-up trucks, vacuum trucks, street sweepers, and various other mechanical equipment.
- Transports workers, equipment, and construction material to and from job sites.
- Participates in routine functions of a crew.
- Performs maintenance on ponds and other City best management practices (BMPs), builds and repairs storm drains, cleans ditches and drains, lays pipe, repairs caves, sets catch basins, and other duties as assigned.
- Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment.
- Assists other employees on job sites with loading and unloading equipment.
- Assists with cleaning of the work site areas and equipment.
- Responds to citizen inquiries.
- Provides direction and instruction to helpers, assistants, interns, and/or temporary employees.
- Lifts up to 75 pounds and works in dirty and/or hazardous areas.
Education/Experience
The preferred candidate will have the ability to:
- Climb, stoop, and bend.
- Use considerable knowledge of traffic laws and regulations as they apply to heavy motorized equipment.
- Understand oral and written instructions.
- Read city maps.
- Use adequate hearing, vision, and dept perception to safely work in the right-away and operate construction equipment in streets with high volume.
- Work in adverse weather conditions, including extreme hot and cold temperatures and wet / rainy environments during both emergency and non-emergency conditions.
Additional Information & Requirements
Must possess valid Commercial Driver’s License. Must provide a copy of Division of Motor Vehicle driving record (obtained within last 30 days) during the interview
Preferred candidate will have Class A CDL and/or tanker endorsement.
Working Hours: Monday – Friday 6:30 am to 3:00 pm; 40 hours per week every week; This position will be required to respond to after-hour emergencies.
Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus.
Salary : $41,231
