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Equipment Operator II - Landscaping
Position Information
Working Title of Vacant Position
Equipment Operator II - Landscaping
Job Type
Full Time
Posting Type
Public
Number of Vacancies
1
Department
PARKS, REC, & TOURISM
Division
PR&T PARK/FAC PLANNING
Requisition Number
2026257
Number of hours worked per week
40+
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday; 7 am – 3:30 pm
- Will include occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational requirements
Work Site Location
Chesapeake, VA {Various recreational and park facilities}
Position Driving Requirement
R - Routine
Pay Grade
GE08
Pay Basis
Weekly
Advertised Salary
$48,170/ annually
Actually starting salary based on qualifications and experience
Actually starting salary based on qualifications and experience
Job Description
Candidates may be eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a $4,000 annual CDL stipend! (if applicable).
Chesapeake Parks, Recreation, and Tourism is seeking a skilled and dependable Equipment Operator II to support the maintenance and enhancement of the City’s parks, athletic fields, and public green spaces. This role plays an important part in ensuring City facilities remain safe, functional, and welcoming for residents and visitors.
This position is responsible for operating specialized motorized equipment, power tools, and hand tools in support of the maintenance and improvement of park grounds, athletic fields, and other City facilities. Work includes a variety of routine and skilled tasks such as grading, digging, mowing, trimming, landscaping, planting, athletic field renovation and preparation, fertilizing, pruning trees and shrubs, removing and installing park amenities, litter control, topdressing, aeration, edging, mulching, painting, and general repairs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain equipment such as dump trucks, front-end loaders, backhoes, tractors with attachments, specialized mowers, topdressers, and small graders
- Perform landscaping and grounds maintenance including turf care, planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, and related duties
- Support athletic field preparation, renovation, and upkeep
- Remove trees, stumps, roots, debris, and dead vegetation as needed
- Perform minor maintenance and report equipment malfunctions or damage to supervisors
- Assist with repairs, construction, inspections, and maintenance of park amenities, facilities, fixtures, signage, walkways, roads, and parking areas
- Conduct safety inspections of parks, recreational facilities, sidewalks, and event sites, ensuring timely repairs to protect public safety
- Perform custodial duties including litter and trash removal and restroom cleaning and stocking as needed
- Support event preparation and logistics, including setup and breakdown of tents, barricades, and recreational equipment
- Provide responsive customer service in alignment with the City’s Customer Service Initiative
- Collaborate with other City departments, contractors, volunteer groups, and community partners
- Assist with monitoring contractor work to ensure compliance with specifications and standards
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits.
Required Qualifications
VOCATIONAL/EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED OR specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
Requires completion of 10th grade in high school. High school diploma, GED OR specialized vocational training is preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standard, this position requires a minimum of six months of related, full-time equivalent experience.
SPECIAL CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:
Requires a valid driver’s license and a driving record that is in compliance with the City Driving Standards. A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class A is required. Specialized certifications may be required based on department assigned.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience in operating medium to heavy equipment and have certifications for such.
Good written and oral communication skills.
Some experience with computers, and email.
Previous customer service experience.
Knowledge of basic construction guidelines and principles.
Pesticide applicators certification
Good written and oral communication skills.
Some experience with computers, and email.
Previous customer service experience.
Knowledge of basic construction guidelines and principles.
Pesticide applicators certification
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date
07/10/2026
Job Close Date
07/23/2026
Open Continuous
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Selected candidates may be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus! Apply NOW!
* Class A CDL is required *
Drug Screening: MARIJUANA
In accordance with City policy, this position is deemed safety-sensitive. As such, applicants for this position are subject to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing after receiving a conditional offer of employment and may also be subject to random testing. This drug test includes testing for marijuana. Possession of a medical marijuana card will not excuse an applicant from the testing process; however, a test will not be considered positive for marijuana if a valid medical marijuana certification is presented unless the position requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) or is a sworn law-enforcement officer/deputy.
Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies.
A background check and post screenings are required
Must be able to obtain a Pesticide Applicators Certification within 1 year of employment
ADA Checklist
Overall Physical Strength Demands
Overall Physical Strength Demands
H=Heavy - Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 25-50 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs constantly.
Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Standing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Sitting
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Walking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Lifting Amount
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Carrying
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Carrying Weight
Exerting 50 - 100 lbs
Pushing/Pulling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Pushing/Pulling Weight
Exerting up to 20 to 50 lbs
Reaching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Handling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Fine Dexterity
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Kneeling
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crouching
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Crawling
Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week.
Bending
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Twisting
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Climbing
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Balancing
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Vision
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Hearing
Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time.
Talking
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Foot Controls
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids Used
Various types of lawn maintenance equipment/machines, and tools including tractor, dump truck, mowers, hand and power tools, chain and hand saws, vehicle, phone, fencing, barricades, tents, and various types of recreational equipment, chemicals and pesticides
Protective Equipment Required
All PPE Required for equipment in use.
Health and Safety
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Mechanical Hazards
M = Several Times Per Month
Chemical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Electrical Hazards
W = Several Times Per Week
Fire Hazards
S = Seasonally
Explosives
S = Seasonally
Communicable Diseases
S = Seasonally
Physical Danger or Abuse
S = Seasonally
Other
If Other, Description
Environmental Factors
D = Daily W = Several Times Per Week M = Several Times Per Month S = Seasonally N = Never
Dirt and Dust
D = Daily
Extreme Temperatures
S = Seasonally
Noise and Vibration
W = Several Times Per Week
Fumes and Odors
W = Several Times Per Week
Wetness/Humidity
S = Seasonally
Darkness or Poor Lighting
S = Seasonally
Primary Work Location
Outdoors
Non-Physical Demands
C = Continuously- 2/3 or more of the time. F = Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time. O = Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time. R = Rarely- Less than 1 hour per week. N = Never- Never occurs.
Time Pressures
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Emergency Situations
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Frequent Change of Tasks
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Irregular Work Schedule/Overtime
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Performing Multiple Tasks Simultaneously
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Working Closely with Others as Part of a Team
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Tedious or Exacting Work
Occasionally- Up to 1/3 of the time.
Noisy/Distracting Environment
Frequently- From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time.
Other
If Other, Description
Can anyone assist the employee in performing the primary tasks assigned to this position? If yes, identify the eligible task(s)
Incumbent must be able to work independently
Professional References
Professional References
Please provide contact information for professional references.
Minimum Requests
0
Maximum Requests
4
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