Equipment Operator II - Water Services in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources
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City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Working Title of Vacant PositionEquipment Operator II - Water Services
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WTR DISTR
Requisition Number: 202612
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 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. | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 04/27/2026
Job Close Date: 05/12/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd. Chesapeake, VA.
Selected candidates will be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL Stipend (if applicable)!
This position is approved for a Voluntary Career Progression program that allows employees to be advanced to the appropriate next level position with their current division.
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WTR DISTR
Requisition Number: 202612
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. 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. | Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
$42,580 – $63,338 starting annual salary range
*Starting salary depends on qualifications and experience.
*Starting salary depends on qualifications and experience.
Job Description:
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd. Chesapeake, VA.
Equipment Operator II – Water Services
It takes a skilled professional to operate heavy equipment and help maintain critical water infrastructure—and we’re looking for you to bring those talents to the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator II.
Equipment Operator II – Water Services
It takes a skilled professional to operate heavy equipment and help maintain critical water infrastructure—and we’re looking for you to bring those talents to the City of Chesapeake as an Equipment Operator II.
In this role, you’ll be a key member of the Water Services team, using your experience and technical skills to support the installation, repair, and maintenance of the City’s water system while making a real impact in the community.
What You’ll Do
- Operate heavy equipment, including backhoes, dump trucks, tanker trucks, and vacuum trucks
- Install and repair water service lines and assist with water main repairs
- Restore job sites by removing debris and repairing grass, concrete, and asphalt surfaces
- Complete administrative and documentation tasks related to assigned work
Why Join the City of Chesapeake?
You worked hard to earn your CDL—now it’s time to put those skills to work with an organization that values your expertise, dedication, and growth. The City of Chesapeake is committed to supporting your success while providing stable, meaningful work that serves the community.
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
You worked hard to earn your CDL—now it’s time to put those skills to work with an organization that values your expertise, dedication, and growth. The City of Chesapeake is committed to supporting your success while providing stable, meaningful work that serves the community.
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 REQUIREMENT: Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED OR specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of six months 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. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
*Applicant must obtain a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this class requires a minimum of six months 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. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
*Applicant must obtain a tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Performance of essential functions may require exposure to confined spaces. 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. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.
Preferred Qualifications:
Basic knowledge of pipe repair techniques and maintenance is preferred.
Job Open Date: 04/27/2026
Job Close Date: 05/12/2026
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. Please ensure that all sections of the application are completed in full, as submission of a resume is optional for this recruitment.
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd. Chesapeake, VA.
Selected candidates will be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL Stipend (if applicable)!
This position is approved for a Voluntary Career Progression program that allows employees to be advanced to the appropriate next level position with their current division.
This position is deemed an Alpha position so you must have the ability to work in any emergency situations due to weather or operational issues. Must be available for inclement weather, mandatory standby duty, and overtime as needed.
Medical Marijuana:
In 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.
Medical Marijuana:
In 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.
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