Motor Equipment Operator I

Motor Equipment Operator I

Salary

$38,165.71 - $46,500.90 Annually

Location

Roanoke, VA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

201003723

Department

Development Services

Opening Date

08/11/2026

Closing Date

9/8/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs manual labor and operates tandem dump trucks and heavy equipment used in the construction and maintenance of stormwater facilities. Services and makes minor repairs to equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Salary will depend on qualifications and applications will be reviewed weekly

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

~ Operates a tandem dump truck used for hauling materials and transporting equipment

~ Performs routine pre-trip DOT inspections.

~ Operates heavy and small equipment used to maintain and construct stormwater facilities and to remove snow.

~ Understand and follow all safety requirements

~ Performs heavy manual labor needed for construction of storm water projects, snow removal, debris clearing in creeks and streams.

~ Operates variety of power tools to include chain saws, pipe saws, mowers, weed trimmers, aerator, drills, dampers, augers, pumps, and wood working tools.

~ Applies fertilizer, weed killers and other compounds.

~ Performs routine maintenance service and repair to equipment.

~ Assists in loading and unloading transported material and equipment.

~ Subject to twenty-four (24) hour stand-by may occasionally work varied and/or extended shifts as assigned.

~ During inclement weather will be assigned snow removal duties at County facilities

REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES

Education

Preferred: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Required: Some experience in the operation of motorized equipment.

Certifications/ Licenses

Required: Class A commercial drivers license with an air brake certification and have a good driving record.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and other construction and maintenance equipment; and of traffic rules and regulations.
• Ability to operate several types of trucks and construction equipment; make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; follow oral and written instructions; perform 24 hour on-call responsibilities and work varied shifts as assigned; and to perform other duties as assigned when not operating equipment.

Additional Requirements

Subject to a complete criminal history background search with acceptable results. Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

OTHER INFORMATION

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefit package that includes:

• Progressive Flexible Leave Plan with cash-in option
• Twelve paid holidays
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• Long Term Disability Insurance
• Health, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Virginia Retirement System - Membership in VRS is automatic upon hire into a covered position. County contributes and employees pay their membership contribution.
• Deferred Compensation Plan with County Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Credit Union Membership

Employer County of Roanoke Virginia

Address 5204 Bernard Drive

Roanoke, Virginia, 24018

Phone 540-772-2018

Website http://www.roanokecountyva.gov