Heavy Equipment Operator - Chesterfield County, VA : Job Details

Salary: $46,031.00 - $62,141.00 AnnuallyLocation : Chesterfield, VAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 25-00338Department: UtilitiesOpening Date: 10/14/2024Closing Date: 10/27/2024 11:59 PM EasternMinimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED and three years of experience operating heavy motorized equipment such as rubber tire backhoes, excavators and loaders, trenchers, crane trucks and dump trucks towing trailers; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Emphasis on backhoe operation. Ability to perform heavy lifting required. Ability to perform light maintenance on heavy equipment. Knowledge of OSHA construction standard requirements related to excavations and trench safety. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A required or must have ability to obtain within one year of employment. Current valid driver's license and good driving record required. Based on the Virginia DMV point system, record must not reflect a total of six or more demerit points within the twenty-four months preceding the anticipated hire date, or one major violation of six demerit points within the preceding thirty-six months. Out of state driving records must be obtained by applicant and presented at time of interview. Records must reflect at least three years of history and be dated within thirty days of interview date. Pre-employment drug testing, FBI criminal background check and education/degree verification required. This position is considered Safety Sensitive and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.Duties Operate rubber tire backhoes and excavators to dig excavations around waterlines; perform maintenance and repairs; operate other construction equipment and perform a variety of skilled and semi-skilled tasks related to waterline maintenance and repair. Perform other work as required. This position is part of an approved Career Development Plan (CDP) and offers career progression opportunities and salary incentives, as funding permits, based on performance, qualifications, and experience. Shift Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Work Location UtilitiesChesterfield County is an Equal Opportunity Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity, Equity, and InclusionFor information on county benefits, view 01 Do you have a high school diploma or GED? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.) Yes No 02 How many years of work experience do you have in a maintenance field? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.) Less than 1 year 1 - 3 years 3 - 5 years 5 - 10 years 10 - 15 years More than 15 years 03 How many years of professional experience do you have working with computers? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.)) Less than 1 year 1 - 3 years 3 - 5 years 5 - 10 years 10 - 15 years More than 15 years 04 How many years of experience do you have operating heavy equipment? (Please answer accurately. Failure to respond accurately will result in disqualification from consideration.) Less than 1 year 1 - 3 years 3 - 5 years 5 - 10 years 10 - 15 years More than 15 years Required Question