Motor Equipment Operator II

MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to: (Multiple Vacancies - Hiring for Several Specialty Areas - Looking for Individuals Willing to Learn!)

General Duties:

• Individual will operate light and medium duty motor equipment such as pickup trucks, dump trucks with/without trailer, tractor with attachments, turf mowing equipment may be trained for operating heavier equipment.
• Establish performance standards.

Specialty Areas May Include the Following Duties:

Roadway Maintenance duties and responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Complete grounds maintenance work assignments including pruning, right of way mowing, removing trees and other visual obstructions, grading surfaces, and maintaining landscape, mostly along the city's roadways.
  
• Implement the use of equipment when and where needed to accomplish overall plan-of- the-day Candidate will be required to have a good working knowledge of the operation and maintenance of all equipment used daily including trucks, truck and trailer combinations, tractor-mounted flail mowers, backhoes, front end loaders and skid steer loaders.

LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Individual will operate light and medium duty motor equipment such as pickup trucks, dump trucks with/without trailer, tractor with attachments, turf mowing equipment - Maybe trained Assist crews engaged in landscape maintenance and construction, mowing, fertilizing, seeding, and sod installation.
  
• Establish performance standards.
  

TREE REMOVAL duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Complete grounds maintenance work assignments including removal and pruning of large trees and other visual obstructions and maintaining landscape vegetation, mostly along the city's roadways.
  
• Proficient in the use of specialized pruning equipment such as chainsaws, pole pruners, pole saws.
  
• Team leader of bucket truck crew Set up complex road closures.
  
• Operate and haul a variety of medium to heavy-duty landscape and construction equipment such as chippers, swap body trucks, dump trucks, backhoe/loader, skid steer and combination vehicles.
  
• Proficient in the operation and maintenance of bucket and knuckle boom truck.

NOTE: All positions require a Class A Commercial Driver's License, or must obtain within six (6) months of hire.

There is a $4,000 sign-on bonus for newly hired employees with a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) for this position. The bonus will be divided into three bonus increments:

• First $1,000.00 bonus will be issued with the first paycheck.
• Second $1,000.00 bonus will be issued upon the six (6) month evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations"
• Third $2,000.00 bonus will be issued upon the one (1) year evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations"

The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License(CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver please use this link https://clearinghouse.fmsca.dot.gov/ .

Our Commitment

Work with the best - work for Virginia Beach Parks and Recreation! Join our team and contribute to our 60 year track record of providing legendary experiences! We are dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles and protecting our environment. We ensure all residents – regardless of their physical, social, and economic circumstances – can access our programs. By providing enriching and memorable lifelong experiences, we strive to enhance the quality of life for our community by improving the physical and mental well-being of our residents.

 Are you…

•          Able to keep a positive attitude and foster excellence through your actions, words, and appearance? Personable and genuine with your communication- both written and verbal?
•          Someone who seeks opportunity to learn and understand the experience of others, creating a collaborative environment for all voices to be heard? Able to embrace differences and individuality to encourage inclusion?  Willing to listen with an open mind?
•          A problem solver who can work through sticking points and difficult conversations, holding yourself and team members to the highest standards of accountability?
•          Able to find opportunity in challenges, no matter how difficult, finding creative solutions?
•          Able to model sustainable practices to ensure an environmental conscious and productive culture (Ex: Recycle, reduce waste, optimize resources, and improve processes)?
•          Going to take ownership of your time with the department and strive for excellence?

THEN WE WANT YOU TO JOIN OUR TEAM!

The P&R Employee Experience

At Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, our success is because of our dedicated employees.  We are intentional about creating an employee experience where you are empowered to reach your full potential, are supported through strength-based initiatives, and are confident in your abilities. We champion a workplace culture built on our cultural foundations: Professionalism, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, and Citizenship.  These guiding principles of behavior cultivate a positive and high performing work environment.  Success is recognized and celebrated, and legendary experiences are the core of who we are.

Full Time Perks –

Employees who are new to the Virginia Retirement System are eligible for:

•          11 Paid Holidays plus 3 Additional Personal Holidays
•          18 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
•          Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Coverage
•          Legal and Identity Theft Protection
•          Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance
•          Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan(COV457)
•          Hybrid 457 Cash Match
•          Virginia Local Disability Program (VLDP) – Income Replacement(Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Long-Term Care)
•          Optional Life Insurance
•          Wellness Programs
•          Employee Assistance Program / Work-Life Services
•          Paid Maternity/Paternity/Parental Care Leave