Working Title of Vacant Position Equipment Operator II
Job Type Full Time
Posting Type Public
Number of Vacancies 16
Department PUBLIC WORKS
Division PUB WORKS OPERATIONS
Requisition Number 2026462
Number of hours worked per week 40
Work Schedule
7:00am – 3:30pm; Monday-Friday.
Alpha essential – Employees are expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement R - Routine
Pay Grade GE08
Pay Basis Weekly
Advertised Salary
Starting at $48,170; Based on experience and qualifications.
Job Description
Selected candidates will be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL stipend (if applicable). Apply NOW!
Public Works Operations is seeking enthusiastic employees who want to be part of the Chesapeake team that provides road, bridge, drainage, and stormwater services to its citizens while offering excellent benefits to its employees, such as paid training, ample growth opportunities, attractive working hours, competitive medical and supplementary benefits, retirement plans, a supportive team working environment, and many others.
Qualified applicant should be able to:
Requires the ability to use hand tools to perform labor, basic knowledge of construction and tools, and ability to learn and carry out flagging procedures and construction equipment operation, and adhere to safety procedures.
Applicants will be placed in one of three locations – Greenbrier Yard (925 Executive Blvd.), Hickory Yard (149 Benefit Rd), or Bowers Hill Yard (3900 S Military Hwy), depending on operational needs.
Requires Class B CDL at time of interview, a tanker endorsement within 30 days of employment, and a CDL Class A within 6 months of employment. We offer an in-house CDL training program at no cost to the employee.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. 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/HSE, or specialized vocational training is preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
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
Asphalt and concrete skills
Job Open Date 10/01/2026
Job Close Date
Open Continuous Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Selected candidates will be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL stipend (if applicable). Apply NOW!
This position is approved for a Career Progression program that allows employees to be advanced to the appropriate next level position within their current division.
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Standing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Carrying Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Reaching Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Crawling Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Bending Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
tandem to medium duty trucks, pipe washer, camera truck, backhoe, snow plow, box spreader, front end loader, skid loads, tracked excavator, ditcher, hand held flagging paddle, communication device, work zone cones, signs, etc., dump truck, concrete saw, skid steer loader, hand tools (shovel, rake, pick, sledge hammer, handsaw, circular saw, etc.), pickup truck, sprayer, tractor, mower, chainsaw, week eater, vibratory roller, compactor
Protective Equipment Required
All required PPE
Mechanical Hazards D = Daily
Chemical Hazards D = Daily
Electrical Hazards S = Seasonally
Fire Hazards S = Seasonally
Explosives N = Never
Communicable Diseases S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Dirt and Dust D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures D = Daily
Noise and Vibration D = Daily
Fumes and Odors D = Daily
Wetness/Humidity D = Daily
Darkness or Poor Lighting D = Daily
Primary Work Location Outdoors
Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
no
Minimum Requests 0
Maximum Requests 4
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