Equipment Operator I/ Utility Worker (Entry Level) in Chesapeake, Virginia at City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Salary: $40531 - $60290Industry: Government/Civil ServiceJob Function: Skilled Labor
City of Chesapeake Human Resources
Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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Job Description
Working Title of Vacant PositionEquipment Operator I/ Utility Worker (Entry Level)
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WTR DISTR
Requisition Number: 2025565
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM *As needed: on-call rotation and overtime are mandatory. 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:
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of, and/or outside 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.
Required Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 04/29/2026
Job Close Date: 05/13/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 2
Department: PUBLIC UTILITIES
Division: PUB UTIL M&O WTR DISTR
Requisition Number: 2025565
Number of hours worked per week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM *As needed: on-call rotation and overtime are mandatory. 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:
$40,531 to $60.290 depending on qualifications.
- Actual starting salary depends on education and relevant experience.
Job Description:
Jumpstart Your Career as an Equipment Operator I!
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
Looking for a stable, hands-on career with growth opportunities? Join our Public Utilities – Water Distribution team and help keep essential city services running smoothly.
The selected candidates will be eligible for:
$3,000 SIGNING BONUS *
$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 within their current division.
The following Public Utilities Section – Water Distribution has an immediate opening. This position is ideal for those looking to learn a trade.
Water Distribution Section
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
Looking for a stable, hands-on career with growth opportunities? Join our Public Utilities – Water Distribution team and help keep essential city services running smoothly.
The selected candidates will be eligible for:
$3,000 SIGNING BONUS *
$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 within their current division.
The following Public Utilities Section – Water Distribution has an immediate opening. This position is ideal for those looking to learn a trade.
Water Distribution Section
- Performs difficult unskilled and semi-skilled work in the maintenance, repair, installation and operation of a municipal water distribution system.
- Work will include, but is not limited to: routine water valve and fire hydrant maintenance; repair or replacement of water mains and valves from 2” to 36” in size, fire hydrants, large meters, large vaults, asphalt and concrete work, system tests, flushing programs, operation and maintenance of light to medium duty equipment and related tasks as may be required.
**Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required within 6 months of hire.
If you are ready to make a career move with a company that will value your hard work and dedication, APPLY TODAY! We can’t wait to meet you!
If you are ready to make a career move with a company that will value your hard work and dedication, APPLY TODAY! We can’t wait to meet you!
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.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of, and/or outside 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.
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. A high school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training is preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. A high school diploma, GED, or specialized vocational training is preferred.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
- Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards
- Class A CDL with tanker endorsement is required within 6 months of hire.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of three months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
A construction or utility background is a plus.
Job Open Date: 04/29/2026
Job Close Date: 05/13/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Apply NOW!
This position is located at 906 Executive Blvd, Chesapeake, VA.
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.
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.
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.
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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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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