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Equipment Operator III (Weekend Crew)

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Equipment Operator III (Weekend Crew)

Salary

$41,503.00 - $67,650.00 Annually

Location

Norfolk, VA

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

13205

Department

Parks & Recreation

Division

Cemeteries

Opening Date

06/09/2025

Closing Date

6/22/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

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Description

The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking an Equipment Operator III for cemeteries operated by the City of Norfolk. The Equipment Operator III is responsible for the preparation of the interment by opening and closing the grave(s). They also participate in the ground's maintenance and landscape projects, including, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, foundation installations, tree trimming, and supporting other cemetery locations

Norfolk's d epartment of Parks and 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. The City of Norfolk Cemetery Fund produces annual revenues in excess of $2.5 million.

Department Hiring Starting Salary Range: $41,503 - $47,728

Essential Functions

Essential functions include but are not limited to:

+ Work involves driving and operating trucks, backhoes, and other heavy equipment; transporting workers, equipment, or supplies to and from job sites; operating various equipment to maintain cemetery grounds and landscapes; and performing maintenance and minor repairs on equipment.

+ Check equipment daily for needed fuel or fluids and inspect for safety before use.

+ Operates tractor of 15 to 50 horsepower in the mowing of grass; operates tractor pulling cart to haul dirt; operates dump truck, 3-ton; operates a backhoe; operates air compressor and pneumatic tools; may also use push mower or trimmer.

+ Performs funeral services by digging, packing, turf work, and backfilling graves, hauling excess dirt, erecting tents, removing flowers, and moving and replacing monuments.

+ Removes debris and flowers, trims and plants trees, shrubs, and flowers, edges the curb, applies fertilizer and pesticides, seeds, removes snow, and aerates lawns.

+ Provides foundation service by digging holes, mixing, pouring concrete, and moving and installing markers.

Education/Experience

Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency. Employees are trained in the operation of vehicles and tools.

Two years' experience as an Equipment Operator or successful completion of a City apprenticeship program.

License(s):

+ Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license.

+ Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License Class B within twelve (12) months of employment.

Certification(s):

+ Must be able to obtain a Pesticide Registered Technician Certification within twelve (12) months of employment.

Additional Requirements:

+ Must be able to work in all kinds of weather. Must also be flexible if asked to switch between different cemeteries.

+ Must have skills in the safe operation of vehicles, power tools, and pneumatic tools.

+ Must be able to supervise a crew of 4-10 effectively.

+ Must be able to work in a team environment.

+ Must possess the ability to assist in scheduling work assignments if needed.

+ Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Must understand and issue verbal instructions and directions.

+ Must be able to prepare written reports such as man-hour usage, equipment logs, inventories, and monthly or weekly progress/activity reports.

+ Employees are trained in the operation of vehicles and tools in a cemetery environment.

+ Training is limited to familiarization with cemetery operations and record-keeping requirements.

Additional Information & Requirements

Work Location: Various cemeteries throughout City of Norfolk

Work Hours: Saturday through Wednesday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. May work additional weekdays.

Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.

+ Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.

+ Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.

+ Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.

+ Retirement

If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.

+ The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.

NOTE:

The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.

Non-City

Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.

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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.

+ I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.

02

Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

+ High School Diploma/GED

+ Some College (6 months or more)

+ Vocational/Technical Degree

+ Associate's Degree

+ Bachelor's Degree

+ Master's Degree or higher

03

Do you have a minimum of six months of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance?

+ Yes

+ No

04

Please select the equipment that you have experience using.

+ Backhoe

+ Stand up mower

+ Zero turn mower

+ String Trimmers

+ Pruning shears

+ Trowel/rakes

+ Other not listed

05

Briefly describe your landscaping and/or grounds maintenance experience. Tell us about your experience with backhoes, mowers, trimmers, and other types of grounds maintenance equipment.

06

Do you have a valid driver's license? (Please note: A current copy of your Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record, obtained within last 30 days, is required at the time of interview.)

+ Yes

+ No

07

Do you possess a current certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia?

+ Yes

+ No

08

Do you possess a current certification as a Commercial Pesticide Applicator issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia?

+ Yes

+ No

09

Please describe your experience working with horticultural chemicals.

10

Do you have experience supervising subordinates and working in a team environment?

+ Yes

+ No

11

If yes, briefly describe your experience supervising a group of subordinates in a team environment. Include in your response the number of team members under your supervision.

12

This is an Essential Employee position. The hired candidate is required to report to work during inclement weather, emergency situations, shift work, or as staffing and business needs dictate. Are you willing and able to meet this requirement?

+ Yes

+ No

13

Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?

+ Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee

+ Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee

+ No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee

14

Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)

+ I am not a Veteran

+ I am a Veteran

+ I am a Disabled Veteran

15

If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A."

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