Equipment Operator

City of Fredericksburg•Fredericksburg, VA

20d•$42,919 - $52,050•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Fredericksburg, Virginia is seeking skilled and dedicated individuals to join their team as Equipment Operators. This role offers a career path with opportunities for growth, skill development, and service to the community. The position involves operating various types of machinery and equipment essential for public works, including waste management, street maintenance, and groundskeeping. Employees will receive hands-on training and become part of a supportive team that values public service, teamwork, and safety. The role is considered essential personnel, requiring availability during emergencies and inclement weather.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Some experience in construction, maintenance, grounds, utilities, refuse, or equipment operation preferred (for I).
One (1) to two (2) years of experience in construction, maintenance, grounds, utilities, refuse, public works operations, or equipment operation (for II).
Prior experience operating light to medium automotive or maintenance equipment is required (for II).
Three (3) years of experience in construction, maintenance, grounds, utilities, refuse, public works operations, or equipment operation (for III).
Prior experience operating medium to heavy automotive or maintenance equipment is required (for III).
Or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Must meet and maintain all minimum qualifications, licenses, certifications, and training requirements established for the preceding position within the Crew Member career ladder.
Must possess a VDOT-approved Basic Work Zone Traffic Control certification (for I).
Must possess a VDOT-approved Intermediate Work Zone Traffic Control certification (for II & III).
Must complete and maintain OSHA-required training and certifications applicable to the position, including all assigned training within thirty (30) days in position.
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B (for I & II).
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license and Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A (for III).
Ability to safety operate jet truck and assist vactor truck operations (for II).
Ability to safely operate Utilities truck, Skid Steer, and Backhoe to load trucks (for II).
Ability to assist in utility repairs (for II).
Must possess and maintain an Asphalt Field Level I certification (for II - Street Maintenance).
Must be able to obtain a Registered Technician certification for chemical spraying (for II - Street Sanitation).
Successfully complete Vactor Safe Operation Training Course (for III).
Must have a Registered Technician certification for chemical spraying (for III - Street Sanitation).
Must possess and maintain an Asphalt II certification (for III - Street Maintenance).
Training on Vactor Hydro excavator operation and proper maintenance and winterize procedures (for III - Water/Sewer).

Nice To Haves

Some experience in construction, maintenance, grounds, utilities, refuse, or equipment operation preferred (for I).

Responsibilities

Operates light to medium machinery and conducts necessary inspections, fueling, and cleaning.
Completes work records and follows safety procedures while setting up traffic control.
Learns safe practices for handling materials.
Assists with various maintenance operations, including manual labor and emergency responses.
Utilizes tools and small equipment safely.
Engages with the public professionally and develops proficiency in equipment operation.
Operate various automotive and maintenance equipment for Public Works, including trucks, trailers, and mowers.
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections, fueling, cleaning, reporting maintenance issues, and ensuring safety practices during operation.
Work on streets, sidewalks, drainage systems, and grounds with limited supervision.
Complete routes and documentation, traffic control, manual labor tasks like setting up devices and loading materials, and participating in emergency responses, including snow and storm debris removal.
Provide guidance to Equipment Operator I employees and other team members on routine tasks and safety practices.
Operate medium to heavy automotive and maintenance equipment like dump trucks, loaders, backhoes, tractors, and snow removal machines used in Public Works.
Identify operational, mechanical, or safety concerns and adhere to safe practices in activities like backing, loading, hauling, and unloading.
Perform skilled tasks related to streets, sidewalks, right-of-ways, drainage, grounds, refuse, snow removal, and general maintenance with significant independence.
Coordinate with supervisors and crew leaders for equipment use and field issue resolution.
Provide training and guidance to Equipment Operator I and II employees and other staff on equipment operation and safety.
Respond to emergencies like snow, storms, and flooding, using tools and equipment safely.
Operate Sanitation/Garbage trucks, Collection trucks, and related equipment.
Operate Vactor Hydro Excavator and provide proper maintenance (including winterizing and de-winterizing, as needed.