Waste Management Operator II

Waste Management Operator II

The City of Virginia Beach is looking to hire several Waste Management Operator II (G.19, $41,249.70-$64,006.79). This position requires a valid Commercial Drivers License to operate rear loader vehicles as a driver / ground person.

Duties include :

• Work primarily as the driver / operator on a two or three-person crew, operating the rear loader waste collection vehicle, and may also undertake other duties as assigned.
• Ride standing on tailgate or rear loader collection vehicle, climbing off and on and / or climbing in and out repetitively during work shift.
• Perform daily inspection of equipment to detect present or potential maintenance problems.
• Perform preventative maintenance as per manufacturer's operations manual and Automotive Services policies.
• Must be able to perform heavy manual labor at a rapid pace.
• Lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds on a repetitive basis during work shift.
• Must be knowledgeable of safety precautions for waste management activities, including procedures for lifting heavy objects and guidelines when working around heavy equipment and in traffic.
• Must be able to follow directions.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.

This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and / or discipline, up to and including termination. This position is physically demanding and involves manual loading material into the truck, as well as repetitively getting in and out the truck.

CDL Hiring Bonus :

Non probationary employees with a Class A or Class B commercial driver's license will be eligible for a $4,000 stipend (paid over 26 pay periods). Applicants hired as a Waste Management Operator II in Public Works will be required to sign a repayment contract. This hiring bonus agreement requires a minimum of one (1) year of service with the City of Virginia Beach starting from the date of hire.

This posting will be open on an ongoing basis and review of candidates will be done on a bi-monthly basis. In addition to the minimum requirements, the ideal candidate for these positions will have experience listed in the preferences below. Candidates with the preferred experience should ensure the information is provided in the application. The City offers a generous benefits package such as health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans.