Heavy Equipment Operator

The City of Virginia Beach Public works department is hiring a Heavy Equipment Operator to perform a variety of duties and maintenance tasks associated with the City dredge.

Duties will include:

• Safely operate the dredging vessel (Rudee II) while excavating material in Rudee Inlet.

• Utilize computer programs onboard the dredge to effectively maximize production.

• Maintain awareness of watercrafts using the channel while conducting the operation.

• Ensure oiler performs regular checks and documents findings accordingly.

• Conduct safety awareness meetings with the crew before tasks are started.

• Ensure all precautions are taken to avoid accidents and incidents.

• Ensure all occupants always have their PPE on while performing their duties.

• Monitor sea state and weather conditions for changes that may affect the safe operation of the vessels.

• Safely operate the skiff (small boat) to support the dredge and floating equipment during associated tasks. Tasks may include connecting/ disconnecting pipe-lines, towing/ maneuvering the dredge and floating equipment, transiting crew members to and from land/ floating equipment.

• Safely operate the tender (tugboat) to support the dredge and floating equipment during associated tasks. Tasks may include towing the dredge and pipe-lines, setting/ retrieving dredge swing anchors, connecting/ disconnecting pipe-lines, transiting crew members to and from land/ floating equipment.

• Operate a backhoe, bulldozer, forklift, and excavator in support of the operation safely.

• Operate the shore crane in a safe manner while placing and removing pontoons and other equipment in and out of the water.

• Maintain Navigational Aid assets according to established guidelines while safely operating the skiff (small boat) and tender (tugboat).

• Maintain electronic logs and written daily reports of assignments.

• Lead/ supervise the crew and their work activities in the absence of the supervisor.

• Train team members to operate and maintain associated equipment.

• Perform other duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirement as demanded by those duties describe or less.

• Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workload and the department's needs.

• Follow instructions precisely and work diligently to achieve the objective.

• Communicate respectfully with citizens, coworkers, and managers.

The Work Schedule:

• Memorial Day- Labor Day: Fri. 3:30PM- 6:00AM; Sat. 3:30PM- 5:00AM; Sun. 3:30PM-5:00AM
• Labor Day- Memorial Day: Fri. 6:30AM- 9:00PM; Sat. 6:30AM-8:00PM; Sun. 6:30AM-8:30PM

This position is ALPHA 1 and is required to work in excess of their normally scheduled days/hours during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes & snow), and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies

CDL Hiring Bonus - Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment:

• $1,000 with first paycheck
• $1,000 first pay period following six-month interim evaluation (with "meets expectation" performance rating)
• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with "meets expectation" performance rating)

The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Drivers License (CDL). The City will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link:

https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/

This position will remain open until filled. Candidate applications will be reviewed ongoing.