Motor Equipment Operator II – Stormwater

Description

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of “Continuous.” If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.

TO APPLY: to view the complete job information and to apply, visit our employment website listed. Applications are only accepted online through the City of Charlottesville employment page and must be submitted prior to the listed closing date and time.

Support the Charlottesville Department of Utilities in fulfilling its service to provide efficient and safe utilities to all in our community. The Charlottesville Department of Utilities – Stormwater Division is seeking a qualified candidate to join our team as a Motor Equipment Operator II who is highly motivated and who strives for success by demonstrating Charlottesville’s Core Values of Leadership, Trust, Creativity, Respect, and Excellence.

The preferred hiring amount will be between $17.69 and $23.80 an hour ($36,795.20 – $49,504.00 Annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity. This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus 1 floating holiday, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City’s retirement options, gym membership reimbursement (up to $34 a month), tuition reimbursement (up to $3,000 per fiscal year), and continuing education/training opportunities.

• For a general summary of benefits offered by the City, please click the ‘benefits’ tab on this posting, or visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/1047/Employee-Benefits.
• The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City’s Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.

This position in the Department of Utilities performs responsible semi-skilled work in the regular operation of equipment related to stormwater services; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Maintenance Crew Supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED. (If no diploma or GED is obtained, must have a minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in the field.);
• Must have experience in the operation of motorized equipment;
• This position is subject to emergency call; Must be able to be contacted by phone in case of emergency and reside within 40 minutes response time to the City Yard;
• Must have valid VA driver’s license by employment start date. (To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit https://www.charlottesville.gov/faq.aspx?qid=166);
• Must have the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.

The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Values Diversity at All Levels of its Workforce.