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Posted: January 13, 2026 (2 days ago)

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Equipment Operator III - Water Distribution

City of Norfolk

Utilities

Fresh

Location

Salary

$46,794.34 - $62,595.60

per year

Closes

January 29, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job involves operating heavy construction equipment like backhoes and dump trucks to maintain the city's water distribution system, transporting materials and crew to job sites, and performing routine maintenance and safety checks on vehicles.

It's a hands-on role that requires physical strength and the ability to work in various weather conditions, including emergencies.

A good fit would be someone with at least two years of experience operating heavy machinery, especially in utilities, who holds a valid commercial driver's license and is reliable for on-call shifts.

Key Requirements

  • Two years of experience as an Equipment Operator
  • Valid driver's license; Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement preferred
  • High school diploma or equivalency
  • Knowledge of basic operational and technical processes
  • Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and perform physical tasks like climbing, bending, and stooping
  • Underground utility system experience highly preferred
  • Availability for extended hours, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays as an essential position

Full Job Description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Utilities is seeking qualified applicants for an Equipment Operator III in our Water Distribution 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

The essential functions of this position includes but are not limited to:

Operates construction and system maintenance equipment such as backhoes, excavators, 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.May be required to assist workers 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.Valid driver's license; depending on assignment, valid CDL Driver's License - Tanker Endorsement ; Sprayer Technician or CPR certification may be required.

The desired candidate will possess a Class A CDL.

Additional Information Pre-employment testing on the operation of a backhoe may be required.Work Location: Combined Operations: 1316 Ballentine Blvd.Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus.

This 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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Posted on NEOGOV: 1/13/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 12/6/2025

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-norfolk-4365748