Equipment Operator II - Landscaping 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 - Landscaping
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division: PR&T NWR PARKS OPS
Requisition Number: 2026257
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 7 am – 3:30 pm Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational requirements | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA (Various recreational and park facilities)
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
Job Description:
Key Responsibilities:
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:
Preferred Qualifications:
Job Open Date: 05/27/2026
Job Close Date: 06/10/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants: Selected candidates may be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus! Apply NOW!
* Class A CDL is required *
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
Job Type: Full Time
Posting Type: Public
Number of Vacancies: 1
Department: PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division: PR&T NWR PARKS OPS
Requisition Number: 2026257
Number of hours worked per week: 40+
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday; 7 am – 3:30 pm Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational requirements | Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Work Site Location: Chesapeake, VA (Various recreational and park facilities)
Position Driving Requirement: R - Routine
Pay Basis: Weekly
Advertised Salary:
$42,580/ annually
Salary based on qualifications and experience
Salary based on qualifications and experience
Job Description:
Candidates may be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL stipend! (if applicable).
Chesapeake Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is seeking a skilled and dependable Equipment Operator II to support the maintenance and enhancement of the City’s parks, athletic fields, and public green spaces. This role plays an important part in ensuring City facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for residents and visitors.
This position is responsible for operating specialized motorized equipment, power tools, and hand tools in support of the maintenance and improvement of park grounds, athletic fields, and other City facilities. Work includes a variety of routine and skilled tasks such as grading, digging, mowing, trimming, landscaping, planting, athletic field renovation and preparation, fertilizing, pruning trees and shrubs, removing and installing park amenities, litter control, topdressing, aeration, edging, mulching, painting, and general repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain equipment such as dump trucks, front-end loaders, backhoes, tractors with attachments, specialized mowers, topdressers, and small graders
- Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance including turf care, planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, and related duties
- Support athletic field preparation, renovation, and upkeep
- Remove trees, stumps, roots, debris, and dead vegetation as needed
- Perform minor maintenance and report equipment malfunctions or damage to supervisors
- Assist with repairs, construction, inspections, and maintenance of park amenities, facilities, fixtures, signage, walkways, roads, and parking areas
- Conduct safety inspections of parks, recreational facilities, sidewalks, and event sites, ensuring timely repairs to protect public safety
- Perform custodial duties including litter and trash removal and restroom cleaning and stocking as needed
- Support event preparation and logistics, including setup and breakdown of tents, barricades, and recreational equipment
- Provide responsive customer service in alignment with the City’s Customer Service Initiative
- Collaborate with other City departments, contractors, volunteer groups, and community partners
- Assist with monitoring contractor work to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
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 position 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 the City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
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 position 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 the City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous experience in operating medium to heavy equipment and have certifications for such.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Some experience with computers, and email.
Previous customer service experience.
Knowledge of basic construction guidelines and principles.
Pesticide applicators certification
Good written and oral communication skills.
Some experience with computers, and email.
Previous customer service experience.
Knowledge of basic construction guidelines and principles.
Pesticide applicators certification
Job Open Date: 05/27/2026
Job Close Date: 06/10/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Special Instructions to Applicants: Selected candidates may be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus! Apply NOW!
* Class A CDL is required *
Drug Screening: 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.
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.
A background check and post screenings are required
Must be able to obtain a Pesticide Applicators Certification within 1 year of employment
A background check and post screenings are required
Must be able to obtain a Pesticide Applicators Certification within 1 year of employment
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Chesapeake, Virginia, 23322, United States
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