Salary: $45,869.46 - $80,719.08 Annually
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2024-00339
Department: Transportation & Environmental Services
Division: PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES
Opening Date: 04/24/2024
Closing Date: 5/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II (SEWERS)

Overview
An Equipment Operator II for the Sewers Program operates one or more types of heavy automotive equipment. An employee in this class exercises considerable skill in manipulating heavy motor equipment while paying constant attention to safety of operation to prevent accidents. Assignments are outlined in detail by supervisors. Standard procedures are followed, and work is inspected periodically for safety and economy of operation. This class differs from that of Equipment Operator I in that it requires a higher degree of skill and greater consequence of error in the form of damage to more expensive equipment. An incumbent in this class leads the work of Laborers.

Opportunity

• Supervises a small crew in clean up details, or special events.
• Operates a snowplow and salt spreader.
• Operates a backhoe in Maintenance & Construction of roads and sewer lines.
• Operates a sewer jetter & flusher in cleaning sewer lines.
• Operates a Vac-All in cleaning catch basins.
• Operates TV Truck in inspection of sewer lines.
• Operates a dump truck or loader in the removal of snow, debris, and brush.
• Trains Operator I, and Motor Vehicle Operators in the operation of the equipment.
• Operates a variety of heavy equipment in cleaning and hauling snow from roads and streets.
• Keeps equipment clean, makes minor repairs and reports any malfunctions of equipment to fleet management shop.
• Responds to emergency or special events activity as needed;
• Performs related work as required.

About the Department
is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainability, and thriving. If you are curious for a broader view of our city, click to learn more.

Minimum & Additional Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities; at least two years of experience driving related equipment in the field of Solid Waste; ability to demonstrate supervisory skills; must possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the state of residence with all applicable endorsements; thorough knowledge of traffic safety rules and regulations; must be able to read and comprehend technical materials and evaluate work orders; must have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, and the physical ability to perform job tasks under all types of weather conditions.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Also, temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Benefits Division of the Department of Human Resources at 703.746.3785 or email
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Do you have a High School Diploma or GED or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities?

• Yes
• No

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Do you also have at least two (2) years of experience driving related equipment in the field of Solid Waste?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to demonstrate supervisory skills?

• Yes
• No

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Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) issued by the state of residence with all applicable endorsements?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have thorough knowledge of traffic safety rules and regulations?

• Yes
• No

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Are you able to read and comprehend technical materials and evaluate work orders?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment, and the physical ability to perform job tasks under all types of weather conditions?

• Yes
• No

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