Equipment Operator II

Posting number: 14187

Department: Parks & Recreation

Division: Landscape Services

Job classification: Equipment Operator II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Parks and Beaches, Parks, Urban Forestry, Grounds & Landscaping

SummaryThe City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking an Equipment Operator II

Norfolk, Virginia is America's most authentic and urban waterfront city. Home to the world's largest naval station and the business, arts, and cultural center of Coastal Virginia, Norfolk has been rated a top place to live, work, play, and raise a family by numerous publications. Working for the City of Norfolk is an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others. With our commitment to competitive pay and a strong retirement package, you can do good for your community and do well for yourself.  Join a caring workplace that proudly celebrates uniqueness, authenticity, and a shared commitment to improving the lives of our residents.

The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking an Equipment Operator II to join our landscaping crews.  This position will work with our Parks and Forestry Operations to maintain 2700 acres of turf and landscape beds on a regular basis.
Norfolk's Department of Parks & Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents.  
Departmental Hiring Salary Range: $44,994.56
Examples of dutiesEssential functions include but are not limited to:

• Maintains grounds and right of ways by collecting and delivering trash containers, mowing grass, raking leaves, digging holes, planting, pruning and maintaining trees and flower beds, mixing and applying chemicals, loading and applying mulch, weed eating, trimming, performing general care of landscape, grading athletic fields for game play, installing and maintaining turf, removing trees, grinding tree stumps, identifying plants and trees, cleaning up job sites, hauling topsoil, grading, removing snow, aerating lawns, cutting grass, trimming trees, removing dead limbs, removing storm damage, cutting back weeds, picking up and removing litter, refuse and debris from vacant lots.

• Operates heavy equipment to include Surf Rakes (clean beaches), backhoes, front end loaders, dump trucks, and maintainers.  This position also operates mowers, tractors, dump trucks, fork lifts, and other motorized equipment in grounds maintenance operations.  

• Performs safety checks and minor preventative maintenance on equipment, including but not limited to, checking fluids, changing blades and daily inspections to ensure equipment is safe to operate.
• Other Duties as assigned.

QualificationsWork requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.

Two years experience in operation of machinery needed for grounds maintenance and horticultureValid Virginia Driver's License, required.

Additional Preferred Experience:
Two years' experience in operation of machinery needed for grounds maintenance and horticulture 

Preferred License(s) and/or Certification(s):

• Able to obtain Va. Pesticide license within 6 months 
• May require Commercial Driver License

Supplemental informationWork Location: 2839 Dana Street, Norfolk, VA 23509

Work Hours:  Monday -Friday, 6:30AM to 3:00PM, 40 hours per week