Heavy Equipment Operator

Salary : $50,839.78 - $84,732.96 Annually Location : BURKE (FL06), VA Job Type: FT Hourly W BN Job Number: 24-02563 Department: DPWES Wastewater Management Opening Date: 10/26/2024 Closing Date: 11/8/2024 11:59 PM Eastern Pay Grade: S17 Posting Type: Open to General Public Job Announcement $2,500 Signing Bonus Are you looking for a career opportunity where you can improve the environment? Join Fairfax County and be part of the Wastewater Management Team that is responsible for protecting both the public's health and the region's water quality. Wastewater Management (WWM) is seeking experienced Heavy Equipment Operators specifically those with expertise in operating Heavy equipment and combination flusher vacuum truck. Responsibilities include: Performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled duties required in the operation and preventive maintenance of a combination flusher vacuum truck (the latter of which is heavy equipment) and tanker truck. Performs visual inspection of sewer utility manholes and lines, identifying defects and executing cleaning requirements. Uses other equipment that includes mirror poles, crash cushion trailers, and camera-flusher units. Acts as field lead for a team of two to five employees directly responsible for performing and completing inspections and maintenance activities with a flusher, easement sewer cleaning machine, or inspection equipment in an assigned geographic area. Uses laptops and desktop computers to utilize asset management systems with County GIS to create, edit and complete assigned work orders. Responds to sanitary sewer emergencies, including backups, overflows, and other sewer related service calls. In the absence of the Senior Maintenance Supervisor, this position acts as field lead for a team and assure completion of inspections and maintenance related activities. Duties are performed under the general supervision of the Senior Maintenance Supervisor, and/or Environmental Service Supervisor. The ideal candidate must have: Ability to lead and direct a crew, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and safely, while fostering positive relationships with team members and the public. Clear verbal and written communication skills for interacting with team members, supervisors, and the public, as well as completing reports and documentation. Ability to assess situations, make quick decisions in the field, and resolve issues related to sewer blockages and equipment malfunctions. Flexibility to handle emergency situations, adverse weather conditions, and extended hours, while maintaining composure and effective performance under pressure. Wastewater Management positions are responsible for providing uninterrupted sewer service to residents during extreme inclement weather or other emergencies. This position is designated as emergency service and is subject to 24-hour on-call and may be required to report to work during extreme inclement weather or other emergencies, including after-hours and weekend work during emergency incidents to fulfill emergency service duties. Overtime may be mandated when emergencies occur related to the health, welfare, or safety of either the public or employees. Wastewater Management is part of the Department of Public Works and Environmental Services (DPWES), please watch this video to learn more about us. DPWES is a diverse, nationally accredited and award-winning public works agency with approximately 1,000 employees providing solid waste, capital facility development, wastewater, stormwater, urban forestry, and land acquisition management services for the most populous county in Virginia. Join our team to help us protect the environment and serve the people of Fairfax County by creating and preserving a sustainable community that is an ideal place to live, work, and play for everyone. Benefits: Fairfax County Government is committed to our employees, and offers comprehensive benefits, including a defined-benefit retirement plan; medical, life and disability insurance; paid leave; tuition reimbursement; and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Through our LiveWell Program and the County Benefits Division, we endeavor to cultivate a culture of wellbeing that empowers, educates, and engages employees and retirees to make life-long choices that promote a holistic approach to their physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, and financial wellness. Please review our awesome benefits: NOTE: The appointee to this position is subject to emergency callback 24 hours a day/seven days a week (24/7) to respond to snow, flood, and other emergencies requiring division resources. This announcement may be used to fill one or more positions. A $2,500 signing bonus is available to new county employees hired in the Heavy Equipment Operator position. Applicants must possess a valid CDL at time of application submission to be eligible. Employment Standards MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to completion of the tenth grade; plus three years of experience operating motorized equipment and/or semi-tractor trailers, as appropriate. CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED: Valid driver's license. Class "B" commercial driver's license (CDL). Tanker Endorsement within 3 months of hire. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, and a medical examination to the satisfaction of the employer prior to appointment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: At least two years of experience in the following: Three years of work experience operating construction equipment. Two years of experience driving semi-tractor trailers, tank trucks, dump trucks, crash cushion. One year of experience performing routine inspections and maintenance of underground utilities, sewer manholes and sewer lines visually. Intermediate level of experience using computers systems related to Microsoft Office, GIS, GPS, and an asset management program. Includes experience navigating tablets/applications. Participation in or completion of Manhole Assessment Certification Program (MACP) or Line Assessment Certification Program (LACP). Possession of any of the following certifications: Advanced Traffic Control Confined Space Entry Virginia Flagger Certification PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to lift/ slide up to 90 lbs. with assistance. Ability to set up and operate Vacuum Flusher truck equipment units. Effectively communicate both oral and in writing. Must be able to operate keyboard driven equipment and use other automated technology to input, access and retrieve information from a laptop or desktop. Visual acuity is required to read data on computer monitors such as GIS maps. Must be able to physically negotiate rough terrain on uneven ground such as hills, wooded and marshy areas. Must be capable of pushing, pulling, lifting, bending, stooping, walking, and climbing to enter permitted confined spaces such as in and out of catch basins and manholes. Per safety requirements, confined spaces may not be entered by persons who weigh 310lbs. or more. Must be physically fit to perform manual labor in all types of environments. This requires the ability to endure variable and extreme weather conditions such as hot, cold, during rain, noisy environments, etc. Requires the ability to stand, stoop, bend, reach, walk, climb, sit, kneel, crawl, lift, as well as work in strenuous and uncomfortable positions for long periods of time to manipulate materials with manual dexterity, use of hoses, and operate units up to 12 feet tall to set up and perform maintenance. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. SELECTION PROCEDURE: Panel interview and may include exercise. The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home () and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmploymentfairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY. LI-JT1 Merit Positions Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following: Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Group Term Life Insurance Long Term Disability LiveWell Program Flexible Spending Programs Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more) Paid Holidays Contributory Retirement Plan Deferred Compensation Employee Assistance Program Employees' Child Care Center Commuter Benefit Program Continuous Learning Opportunities NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service For additional details please visit the Non-Merit Positions Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year. Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage Flexible Spending Program Deferred Compensation Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year. No benefits 01 What is the highest level of education that you have completed? Less than 10th grade 10th to less than 12th grade High school diploma or GED Some college Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Master's degree Doctorate degree 02 If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a related degree. Less than 45 quarter hours 45 to less than 90 quarter hours 90 to less than 135 quarter hours 135 to less than 180 quarter hours 180 or more quarter hours Less than 30 semester hours 30 to less than 60 semester hours 60 to less than 90 semester hours 90 to less than 120 semester hours 120 or more semester hours Not applicable 03 How many years of full-time equivalent experience operating motorized equipment and/or semi-tractor trailers do you possess? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five years or more 04 Do you currently possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 05 Are you currently in possession of a commercial driver's license (CDL)? If yes, please indicate the class below. Class "B" CDL Class "A" CDL Class A or B learner's permit I currently do not possess a CDL 06 If you responded that you possess a CDL or learner's permit in the previous question, provide the expiration date. If you do not possess a license or learner's permit, enter "Not applicable". 07 Do you currently possess a Tanker Endorsement? Yes No 08 How many years of experience do you acting as a field lead of a team or maintenance crew in a construction or maintenance setting? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four or more years 09 How many years of commercial driving experience do you possess? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five or more years 10 Do you have experience with the following heavy equipment and/or tools? Check all that apply. Dump truck Tank truck Combination sewer truck Sewer easement cleaning machine Crash cushion Arrow mounting trailer board None of the above 11 Please indicate the following certification(s) you currently possess. Check all that apply. Advanced Traffic Control Confined Space Entry Virginia Flagger Certification None of the above 12 Do you have experience using GIS software? Yes No 13 How many years of experience do you possess using computerized data management programs; including time entry and workorder management? None Less than one year One to less than two years Two to less than three years Three to less than four years Four to less than five years Five to less than six years Six or more years 14 This position is considered essential personnel for purposes of continuity of operations and may be required to respond during inclement weather or emergency situations. Are you willing and able to report to work during these situations? Yes No Required Question