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Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position Pump Stations - Equipment Operator I Job Type Full Time Posting Type Public Number of Vacancies 4 Department PUBLIC UTILITIES Division PUB UTIL M&O WSTWTR PUMP Requisition Number 2026274 Number of hours worked per week 40+ Work Schedule
Monday- Friday; 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
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.
Work Site Location Chesapeake, VA Position Driving Requirement R - Routine Pay Grade GE05 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary
$40,531 - $60,290/Annual salary range
Job Description
Join the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator I - Make a Difference in Your Community!
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
Ready for a rewarding career with great benefits and opportunities to grow? Look no further!
The Department of Public Utilities Sanitary Sewer division is actively seeking motivated, skilled Equipment Operators I. If you have a passion for working with heavy machinery and are ready to be part of a dedicated team making a direct impact on your community, we want to hear from you!
Why You Should Apply:
As an Equipment Operator I, you will:
What We're Looking For:
We care about you and your success! When you join the City of Chesapeake, you gain access to a comprehensive benefits package.
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 or specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Depending upon department requirements, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL), or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire, is also required.
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
Experience operating heavy equipment to perform maintenance of sanitary sewer systems, construction or related field.
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 06/23/2026 Job Close Date 07/07/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume. Please also ensure that all sections of the application are completed in full, as submission of a resume is optional for this recruitment.
Medical 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.
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Foot Controls Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Crew cab trucks, dump trucks, crane trucks, backhoes, trailers, air compressors, vac machines, hand tools, power tools (saws, compaction equipment, etc.), traffic control devices, and any other related equipment used in the Wastewater Industry. Basic office equipment.
Protective Equipment Required
Hard hat, safety vest, safety gloves, steel toed shoes or boots, safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection, rain gear, face shield, dust masks, leg chaps, etc.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards D = Daily Chemical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Electrical Hazards W = Several Times Per Week Fire Hazards N = Never Explosives N = Never Communicable Diseases N = Never Physical Danger or Abuse W = Several Times Per Week Other W = Several Times Per Week If Other, Description Required to enter permit required confined spaces.
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust D = Daily Extreme Temperatures S = Seasonally Noise and Vibration D = Daily Fumes and Odors D = Daily Wetness/Humidity S = Seasonally Darkness or Poor Lighting M = Several Times Per Month Primary Work Location Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. Emergency Situations Continuously- 2/3 or more 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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 Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 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)
The employee will be a part of a team of two to three employees supervised by a General Supervisor and/or Crew leader. The team will complete all tasks required to maintain or repair the sanitary sewer system.
Professional References
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I already possess a valid Commercial Driver's License
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