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Salary : $49,857.60 - $60,320.00 AnnuallyLocation : 3506 N. Hopkins Road, VAJob Type: Full-Time TemporaryJob Number: TBDDepartment: Public WorksDivision: Solid WasteOpening Date: 10/22/2024Closing Date: 10/25/2024 11:59 PM EasternAre you Richmond R.E.A.D.Y?Respect. Equity. Accountability. Diversity...YOU!!! This is an EXCITING time to Join the City of Richmond! We are committed to nurturing talent, fostering growth opportunities, and building strong connections within our workforce. As we continue to make strides to becoming the employer of choice, we are thrilled about the below employee benefit enhancements: Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Language Incentive Referral Bonus Tuition Assistance Program Description The City of Richmond Department of Public Works is seeking highly qualified candidates to fill several provisional positions of Equipment Operator, Principal. The incumbents are responsible for operating heavy equipment and machinery, assisting with special projects and other required tasks. **City of Richmond Public Works employees are considered essential personnel and will be required to work during declared emergencies and major weather events.** Duties include but are not limited to Operating a variety of trucks to include dump trucks with trailer, tandem dump trucks, tractor-trailers, oil distributor, payloader, flusher truck/waster tanker, small paver, backhoe, rubber tire roller, service truck, hole auger and pole truck, bucket truck, concrete truck, chipper spreader, vactor, snow removal equipment, street sweeper and complex hydraulics, small cranes, backhoe, and other equipment as required by manager or Division needsAttending training and development sessions required for advancement or promotionOperating specialized equipment, machinery or vehicles, such as waste collection rear loader vehicles, yard waste container vehicles, knuckle-arm boom vehicles and other waste collection equipment assigned to unit, division, or departmentFollowing assigned route, understanding and reading street maps, removing debris, litter, loads material into trucks and operating equipment that supports snow removal operations, when neededProviding the required service maintenance and needed repairs, comprehensive repair records of the equipment and other duties assigned by managerLoading, transporting, and delivering refuse; establishing safe work zones by erecting barricades and signs, when needed; and directing trafficDriving monitors, repairing or reporting vehicles that may have damage, faults, breaks, or leaks such as hydraulic fluids, gas, or water, in existing equipmentProviding leadership, training and the development of crew members assignedProviding a team environment at all timesRemoving debris, vegetation, sludge, earth, or broken pavement and loads trucks for transport; locating and exposing underground structures or pipelines; and preparing or restoring work sitesLoading, transporting, and unloading supplies and equipmentTransporting co-workers to and from work sites; establishes safe work zones by erecting barricades and signsMaintaining equipment, machinery, or vehicles in good working order; observing established protocols and procedures for safe operation and storage or equipment and machinery; performing routine maintenance; reporting damaged or unsafe equipment to supervisorDetermining amount and type of materials, equipment and/or tools necessary to complete tasksAssigning work, providing guidance, and instructing others as s lead workerAttending training and development needed to prepare for the next level or promotion opportunityPerforming other related duties as assigned Qualifications, Special Certifications and Licenses KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Substantive knowledge of operating complex heavy equipment and vehicles. Substantive knowledge of hydraulics, safety rules regarding the operation of various equipment and tools; basic math; traffic safety; map reading; preparing and restoring a work site. Substantive abilities in problem solving; oral and written communications; customer service; time management; organization; attention to detail in an environment involving electrical; power; water and gas lines; operating equipment in the Equipment Operator and Equipment Operator, Senior classifications, as well as operating equipment and vehicles mentioned above. MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:High school diploma or GEDTwo (2) years of experience at the Equipment Operator, Senior levelTraining in equipment used at this level of assignmentAn equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classificationPREFERRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:At least two (2) years of experience as a team lead, supervisor or managerMicrosoft Office Suite experienceLICENSING, CERTIFICATIONS, and/or OTHER SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:A valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving recordA valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver's license A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Commercial driver's license with proper endorsements in accordance with Division of Motor Vehicle regulations Americans with Disabilities Act RequirementsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. Prospective and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS: Working conditions may include exposure to travel to other locations within the City of Richmond as well as outside of the City of Richmond; exposure to hazardous physical conditions such as mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.; atmospheric conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and poor ventilation; inadequate lighting; intense noise; and environmental hazards such as disruptive people, imminent danger, and a threatening environment. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Due to the nature of work assignments, incumbents must be able to perform detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks, with frequent interruptions and under time constraint. The essential duties of this classification may require the ability to regularly finger and see; frequently talk and hear; and occasionally balance, stoop, crouch, stand, pull, grasp, and feel. The working conditions may include environmental hazards. In terms of the physical strength to perform the essential duties, this classification is considered to be medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe City of Richmond provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City of Richmond is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, the City of Richmond will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. If you require reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to participate in the job application and/or the interview process, please contact Jessica McKenzie, Talent Acquisition Partner, Senior at (804) 646-4705 or by email at This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.The City of Richmond Values Veterans-We are an Official V3 Certified Company.With over 4,000 employees, the City of Richmond is an "Employer of Choice" among cities throughout the nation. The City strives to hire and retain employees who bring dedication and talent to the workforce. Offering a competitive, cost effective, and quality benefits package is one element of an "Employer of Choice". The City offers a full range of benefit programs from initial hire through retirement. Please visit our Web site for details.01 10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veteran's widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply? Yes No 02 5-point veteran's must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52-7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply? Yes No 03 Which best describes your highest level of education? High school diploma/GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree or higher None of the above 04 Employees in this job classification are designated ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL and must be available to report to work during disasters, inclement weather, and other declared emergencies. Are you available and willing to work under these conditions? Yes No 05 Do you have a current and valid driver's license? Yes No 06 Do you have a commercial driver's license with an endorsement of Class B or higher? Yes No 07 Indicate the type(s) of equipment in which you have at least two (2) years of experience. Select all that apply. Dump truck Knuckle Boom truck Edging tool Sprayer Blower Light Tractor Loader Slope Lawn Mower Snowplow Refuse Collection Vehicle None of the above 08 Which best describes your years providing supervision of maintenance tasks as a team lead, manager, or supervisor? Less than two (2) years of experience Two (2) to four (4) years of experience Four (4) to six (6) years of experience Six (6) or more years of experience 09 Indicate the type(s) or Microsoft Office applications in which you have at least two (2) years of experience. Select all that apply. Microsoft Word Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Excel None of the above 10 Explain why you are the best candidate for this position. Required Question

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