Heavy Equipment Operator

Southeastern Public Service Authority (SPSA) is currently recruiting for a Heavy Equipment Operator to join our team at our transfer station in Chesapeake, VA. Member of the Virginia Retirement System.

*Qualified candidates will need to apply directly to the SPSA website in order to be considered.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/southeasternpsava

The Heavy Equipment Operator will operate heavy and complex equipment, such as cranes, excavators or wheel loaders in a safe and effective manner.

Inspects equipment for proper operating condition and loose or worn parts, maintain basic fluid levels on assigned equipment. Reports defects or damage to equipment to the appropriate authority.

Performs routine clerical duties such as completing station logs, field and time reports and requisitions.

Loads trailers in a safe and efficient manner.

Participates in cleanup activities as directed.

**Qualified candidates will need to apply directly to the SPSA website in order to be considered.

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/southeasternpsava

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to high school graduation and three years in the operation of heavy construction equipment with at least one year as the primary operator of assigned equipment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.45 - $25.57 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Able to complete a post-offer physical & drug screen?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Heavy equipment operation: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chesapeake, VA 23320: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $26