Public Works/Drainage - Equipment Operator III - City of Hampton, VA : Job Details

Salary : $44,052.00 - $79,294.00 AnnuallyLocation : Hampton, VAJob Type: Full-Time PermanentJob Number: 08428Department: DRAINAGE MAINTENANCEOpening Date: 12/04/2024Closing Date: ContinuousFunctionThe purpose of the class is to operate one or more types of specialized, complex heavy-duty motorized and automotive equipment and one or more types of motorized and automotive equipment in the construction, maintenance, and repair of the City's public works infrastructure. The class works under close supervision according to set procedures.Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or successful completion of GED.
• Considerable experience in equipment operation or a closely related experience.
• 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 motor vehicle operator's license and must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• Must possess a State of Virginia Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or a valid driver's license and obtain a State of Virginia CDL Class A 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.

for a complete job description for this position.Benefits OverviewThe 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-###-####). 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-###-####. 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-###-####). 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-###-####). 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-###-####, 1-800-###-#### 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.

01 Have you graduated from high school or successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02 Which selection below best describes your years of experience with any of the following: repairing and replacing storm water pipes, cleaning out half pipe, hauling construction material, maintaining right of way, heavy ditch maintenance and repair and/or eliminating storm water blockages?

• 0-1 year of experience
• 1-3 years of experience
• 3-5 years of experience
• 5+ years of experience
• no experience

03 Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or the ability to obtain one within 180 days of employment?

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

04 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.

• Yes
• No

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

• Yes
• No

06 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: Required Question