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Equipment Operator III - Wastewater (Evening Crew)
City of Norfolk
Utilities
Location
Norfolk, Virginia, 23510
Salary
$46,794.34 - $53,697.58
per year
Type
Full-Time
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March 31, 2026
SES Pay Grade
Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900
Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
Job Description
Summary
This job involves operating heavy machinery to maintain the city's wastewater systems, transporting equipment and crew to work sites, and performing basic upkeep on vehicles and tools during evening shifts.
It's a hands-on role for someone comfortable with physical labor in outdoor conditions, especially those with experience in utilities or construction.
A good fit would be a reliable team player who holds a commercial driver's license and can handle emergency call-outs.
Key Requirements
- Two years of experience as an Equipment Operator
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL); Class A preferred
- CDL with Tanker Endorsement may be required within six months
- Knowledge of basic operational and technical processes (high school equivalency)
- Underground utility system experience highly preferred
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and perform physical tasks like climbing, bending, and stooping
- Availability for evening shifts (3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.), on-call, weekends, and emergencies
Full Job Description
The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking qualified applicants for an Equipment Operator III in our Wastewater Division. The person in this role will be responsible for driving various types of equipment to and from job sites, transporting crew, and doing routine maintenance on vehicles.
Requirements
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Operates construction and wastewater system maintenance equipment such as backhoes, jet/vactor cleaners, trenchers, and dump trucks. Transports heavy equipment, supplies, and materials to job sites.
Performs safety checks, maintenance, and minor repairs on equipment and tools. Assists with loading/unloading materials, job site tasks, and maintaining clean equipment and work areas.
Lifts up to 75 lbs., climbs, stands, pulls, bends, stoops throughout portions of the work day.
Qualifications Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Two years experience as an Equipment Operator. Underground utility system experience highly preferred. Additional Information Valid driver's license, CDL required.
May require CDL with Tanker Endorsement within six months of hire, depending upon assignment. The desired candidate will possess a Class A Commercial Driver's License.
Pre-employment testing on the operation of equipment may be required. Work Hours: Monday through Friday; 3:00 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.
(This position is eligible to receive 10% shift differential pay.)Work Location: Combined Operations Center: 1316 Ballentine Blvd., NorfolkThis position is designated as an 'Essential' position and you may be required to work extended, rotating, on call, nights, weekends, and/or holidays in response to emergencies or severe weather.
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