Waste Management Operator II-Sign On Bonus at City of Chesapeake Human Resources – Chesapeake, Virginia

Working Title of Vacant PositionWaste Management Operator II-Sign On Bonus
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC WORKS
Division: PUB WORKS SOLID WASTE
Requisition Number: 202628
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Tuesday – Friday; 6:30am – 4:30pm. Alpha Essential. Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies (including weekends). Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties. | Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Semi-Monthly
Advertised Salary: Min $46,995 – Max $77,542

• Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.

Job Description: Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference? The City of Chesapeake’s Waste Management Division is looking for dependable, motivated individuals to help keep our city clean and beautiful!

As a Waste Management Operator II, you’ll be out in the community operating automated side-loaders, rear-loaders, and grapple trucks — loading, compacting, and hauling away refuse with skill and care. You’ll also lead a small crew, help with heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds), and make sure work is done safely and efficiently.

In this role, you will:

• Drive and operate refuse collection trucks.
• Lead and assist your crew in daily collection activities.
• Repair and replace refuse cans and deliver yard waste trailers.
• Perform routine truck and equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Focus on safety — staying alert to traffic, surroundings, and teammates.
• Provide excellent customer service to Chesapeake residents.

We’re looking for:

• Reliable team players who take pride in their work.
• Hard workers who can handle physical tasks and outdoor conditions.
• Safety-first drivers who want to lead and serve the community.

If you’re ready to work hard, lead a team, and help keep Chesapeake at its best, apply today and drive your career forward!
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Required Qualifications: VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Requires high school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training.

EXPERIENCE: In addition to satisfying the vocational/educational standard, this class requires a minimum of one year of related, full-time equivalent experience.

SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES: Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards and a Class B Commercial Driver’s License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies (including weekends). Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications: CDL Class A preferred
Job Open Date: 01/12/2026
Job Close Date: 01/27/2026
Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants: Please specify whether employment was Part Time or Full Time for each job listed on your application and resume.

Selected candidates will be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 CDL stipend (if applicable)! Apply NOW!
Drug Screening: MARIJUANAIn accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.