Department of Public Works Division Streets & Bridges is seeking an experienced finishing concrete and related materials used in construction and repair of sidewalks, roadways, curbs, gutters, bridges, and similar structures, including granite curbs.
 
The Department of Public Works builds, maintains, and operates the physical facilities that support and enhance the lives of Norfolk’s citizens, businesses, and visitors, including the City’s Storm Water System, Street Network and Waste Management and Recycling Systems. The Department is comprised of 8 divisions that function collectively to make your commute safe and efficient, your neighborhood more attractive, and the streets and sidewalks clean and well-maintained.
 

• Spreads, levels, finishes and shapes freshly poured concrete in the repair and construction of a wide variety of structures.
• Prepares sites for concrete work by breaking up damaged concrete, leveling or contouring the ground, building, and setting forms, cutting, and placing reinforcement materials, and similar activities.
• Uses hand tools and power equipment.
• Reads and interprets plans, blueprints and state and federal specifications; performs the necessary tasks according to required standards for dimensions and finish.
• Builds and/or repairs sidewalks, curbs, gutters, steps, ramps, drainage structures, support structures and related types of structures.
• Cleans work site areas and equipment.
• Directs and instructs lesser skilled workers as assigned.
• Requires physical ability to stand, stoop, and bend.
• Must be able to load and unload equipment and lift a maximum of 75 pounds.
• Requires ability to understand oral and written instructions.
• Must be able to drive City vehicles and light construction equipment.
• Requires normal hearing, peripheral and night vision, and depth perception to safely work in areas with high traffic volume.
• Must be able to work long shifts in adverse weather conditions, night or day, including extreme heat or cold and under emergency conditions.
• Must possess valid Commercial Driver’s License. The applicants must provide copy of Division of Motor Vehicles driving record transcript (OBTAINED WITHIN THE PREVIOUS 30 DAYS) upon request.

Required:

• One year experience in masonry, asphalt, or concrete work.

• Two years’ experience operating heavy equipment and/or construction.

• Must obtain a class B commercial driver's license within six months of employment with the City.

• This position is eligible for a $5,000/annual stipend for staff holding a Commercial Driver's License. 

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for new hires. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.