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Equipment Operator III - Water Distribution
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 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 availability for emergencies, including nights and weekends.
A good fit would be someone with a couple of years of experience driving heavy machinery, especially in utilities, who is reliable and comfortable working outdoors in various weather conditions.
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
- Underground utility system experience highly preferred
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs. and perform physical tasks like climbing, bending, and stooping
- Availability for essential duties including extended hours, on-call, nights, weekends, and holidays
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 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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