Motor Equipment Operator II - Water/Wastewater (Utilities)

Charlottesville, VA
$48,714-59,862 per year
Permanent
Full-time

29 days ago

General SummaryThis Motor Equipment Operator II position in the Department of Utilities performs responsible semi-skilled work in the regular operation of specialized automotive equipment related to water/wastewater services; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of a Maintenance Crew Supervisor.The hiring amount for this position is between $23.42 - $28.78 an hour ($48,713.60 - $59,862.40 Annually), This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities. As of March 28, 2024, this position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the City's Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). In accordance with the Labor and Trades Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) effective July 1, 2025, future wage adjustments are subject to terms and conditions of the CBA between the City and the exclusive bargaining representative. Starting pay for this position is based on applicable education, experience, and internal equity:

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. * The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. For questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement, please contact the City's Benefits Administrator at 434-970-3462.Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of "Continuous." If interested in being considered, an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications may no longer be considered once a reasonable number of applications has been received or once a candidate to fill the position is identified. Applications may be evaluated on a continuous basis and interviews may be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment. This job announcement may close at any time after 7 calendar days.Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Operates a front-end loader.
Operates a back-hoe, trencher and related equipment in the maintenance and construction of roads, water/wastewater, stormwater, or sewer lines;
Operates televising and sewer cleaning equipment.
Services, maintains, and makes minor repairs to equipment.
Operates multi-purpose equipment in laying storm drains.
Operates large tractors, tractors with hydraulic arm mowers and/or bush hog, or other applicable equipment.
Operates one or more of the following depending on assignment: bucket truck, chipper, large mowing equipment in the maintenance of grounds, and/or operates snow equipment and removal of storm debris during inclement weather.
Operates a heavy roller, if applicable.
Operates heavy sweepers in cleaning roads and streets, depending on assignment.
Operates light equipment, medium, and heavy equipment.
Periodically performs semi-skilled manual tasks in connection with the equipment operated, if applicable.
As a trainee, also operates heavy equipment.
Performs related tasks as required.

Education, Experience and SkillsMinimum Qualifications:

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED (If no diploma or GED is obtained, must have a minimum of 2 years of direct work experience in the field.).
Must have experience in the operation of motorized equipment.
Must have valid VA driver's license by employment start date.(To view our driving eligibility requirements, visit

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Special Requirements:

Must have the ability to obtain a CDL within 6 months of hire.
Must successfully pass a pre-employment physical.
This position is subject to emergency call; Must be able to be contacted and respond in case of emergency and reside within 40 minutes response time to the City Yard.

Skills: General knowledge of the principles and practices of operating and servicing trucks and related medium to heavy construction equipment; general knowledge of the traffic laws and regulations governing equipment operation; general knowledge of the occupational hazards involved and the safety precautions necessary to the proper operation of varied construction and maintenance equipment; skill in the use of the equipment to which assigned; ability to understand and follow oral and written directions; mechanical aptitude; ability to make minor repairs and adjustments to equipment; dependability.Physical Conditions & Additional InformationPositions in the Department of Utilities are subject to mandatory emergency and stand by call and with minimum response time requirements. Position is subject to federal DOT drug and alcohol testing regulations.Physical requirements for this position as outlined by the Department of Labor: Heavy work. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. occasionally and/or up to 50 lbs. frequently and/or up to 20 lbs. constantly to move objects.The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth and pregnancy-related conditions), gender identity or expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities, access to facilities and programs, and general treatment during employment.Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources at (434) 970-3490 or .The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks, reference checks, and pre-employment drug tests, in accordance with federal, state, and local law, of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection process. The City’s policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of marijuana in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Marijuana remains an illegal drug under federal law, and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the City’s policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for marijuana.SUMMARY OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Updated July 1, 2022Benefits cited represent those for regular 40-hour employees and may differ for Management Level, Part-Time, and/or Library positions. Long-term temporary employees are eligible for all benefits except retirement. Interns, temporary, seasonal, substitute, and relief employees are not eligible for benefits.1. LEAVE:

Vacation:

3.09 hours accrued biweekly -- 0 -

3 years * 3.85 hours accrued biweekly -- 3 -5 years * 4.62 hours accrued biweekly -- 5 -10 years * 5.40 hours accrued biweekly -- 10 -15 years * 6.16 hours accrued biweekly -- 15 -20 years * 6.93 hours accrued biweekly -- 20 -25 years * 7.70 hours accrued biweekly -- 25+ years

Sick:

4.62 hours per biweekly pay period, approximately 120 hours a years, no limit on accumulation
Holidays:

14 paid holidays per calendar year (13 observed and 1 floating)

2. INSURANCE:

Aetna Medical -

Choose from three options with different premiums and levels of coverage and coverage is effective on the first of the month following date of hire:

HMO: $0 premium for employee only coverage
POS 1: Employee-only premium of $36.28 per biweekly pay
POS 2: Employee-only premium of $13.02 per biweekly pay

(Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.)
Prescription Card ($10 generic, $30 lower cost name brand, $55 higher cost name brand)
Mail Order Maintenance Prescription Drug Program ($20 generic, $60 lower cost name brand, $110 higher cost brand)

Dental (Delta Dental)

No cost for employee only coverage. Dependent coverage is available but the cost of the premium is not subsidized.
Diagnosis and Preventive -- 100% of allowable charge; Basic Dental Care - 80%; Major Dental Care - 50%
Primary -- $50 deductible, 80/20
Prosthetic & Complex Restorative -- $50 deductible, 50/50
$1,500 maximum annual benefit
$1,000 Orthodontic Benefit
MetLife Vision Plan: Optional

Employee only coverage: $2.50 bi-weekly; Dependent coverage also available at differing rates.
Eye health exam, dilatation, prescription and refraction of glasses covered after $10 co-pay;
$130 allowance for frames, after co-pay, plus additional discounts where accepted.
Life:

Two times annual salary (paid by the City)
Optional supplemental life available for employee, spouse, dependents (paid by employee)
AFLAC: Optional

Cancer/accident/short term disability/intensive care insurance (paid by employee)

Long Term Disability

Protection from income loss due to long-term illness or injury (paid by the City)

3. RETIREMENT: The City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement system and does not participate in VRS, however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS. There are certain provisions that must be met and the portability request must be executed within 18 months of vesting in the City's Plan.

Pension:

Choose from two options:

A Defined Benefit Pension plan pays a monthly benefit in retirement using a defined formula based on the employee's earnings history, tenure of service, and age. Our plan has a 5 year vesting period and an employee contribution of 5% of salary.
A Defined Contribution 401a plan in which fixed contributions are paid into an individual's account by the employer, the contributions are invested, returns (positive or negative) are credited to the account, and the account balance is used to provide retirement benefits. The vesting schedule for our 401a plan is 33% after one year of service, 67% after two years of service, and 100% after three years of service. There is no required contribution from salary. (Note that: the Defined Contribution retirement plan is the only plan available for Library employees)

Supplemental:

Deferred Compensation (457) - employee contribution

4. OTHER BENEFITS:

Flexible Spending Accounts:

Health Care Expenses
Dependent Care Expenses
Parking/Mass Transit Expenses
Parking Subsidy of $50 per month
Wellness Programs:

Gym Reimbursement Program
Monthly On-Site Nurse and Annual Flu Shots
Health Screenings and Fairs, Education Sessions, & Weekly Fitness Classes
Weight Watchers at Work
Bike Commuter Program:

Reimbursement of up to $20 per month for reasonable bike commuting expenses
Employee Assistance Program:

A variety of confidential, personal professional services for you and your family available 24 hours a day.
Tuition Reimbursement Program:

Up to $1,500 for undergraduate OR Up to $3,000 for graduate level tuition per fiscal year per employee.

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