Motor Equipment Operator II

Requisition ID: 48679 Work Location: Public Works - Dam Neck facility Pay Range: G.19, $42,536.00 - $65,936.00 Starting Salary: Depending upon Qualifications Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday: 4:00 pm-2:30 am Part Time Hours/Wk: Job Open Date: 4/3/26 Application Deadline: 4/24/26

Job Duties:

MOTOR EQUIPMENT OPERATOR II/ Dredge Oiler

The City of Virginia Beach Public Works department is currently hiring a Motor Equipment Operator II/Dredge Oiler to perform a variety of labor and maintenance tasks on the City dredge, piping, and related equipment, including:

• Safely operate the skiff (small boat) to support the dredge and floating equipment during dredging tasks such as connecting/ disconnecting pipelines, towing/ maneuvering the dredge and floating equipment, and transiting crew members to and from land/ floating equipment.
• Safely operate the skiff and support equipment needed to perform other associated tasks during maintenance and repair of navigational aids.
• Oil and maintain dredge machinery and mechanical parts.
• Monitor gauges for proper oil and fuel pressures/temperatures and notify the dredge operator as required.
• Perform routine engine checks every 30 minutes and maintain a written log of all readings.
• Assist with making connections/ disconnecting the dredge discharge pipeline.
• Assist with Navigational Aid inventory and maintenance.
• Assist in cleaning of debris and other pipeline blockage problems.
• Assist in placing, removing, and burying the pipeline.
• Assist the dredge mechanic with labor tasks such as preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs.
• Clean and paint all dredge machinery and support equipment.
• Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on the current workloads and department needs.
• Follow instructions precisely and work diligently to achieve the objective.
• Communicate respectfully with citizens, coworkers, and managers.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge, and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less.

**This position is ALPHA 1 and is required to work in excess of their normally scheduled days/hours during all inclement weather (flooding, hurricanes & snow), and/or in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies **

**** CDL preferred; however, not required, candidates who possess a valid CDL will qualify for a $2,000 incentive (stipend or bonus)***

Employee will receive an additional 5% shift differential.

The City offers a generous benefits package, which includes health, dental and life insurance, retirement and savings plans, maternity/paternity and parental leave, holidays and leave.

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Motor-Equipment-Operator-II-Dredge-Oiler-00480.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.005439.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires completion of the tenth (10th) grade, plus two (2) years experience in fields providing the required knowledge, skills and abilities, such as motor equipment operation; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to work rotating shifts (days/evenings/midnights) including weekends and holidays and be available to work overtime when required to meet operational needs. May require a Commercial Driver's license. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employees supervisor based on position assigned. This is position may be designated as a safety sensitive position and be subject to mandatory drug testing and annual exams. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Required
Respirator: Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: None

Preferences:

• Experience working for a dredge operation or in the maritime industry
• Experience operating a boat
• Experience operating equipment such as: excavator, front-end loader, backhoe, forklift, bulldozer
• Experience in the daily maintenance requirements of heavy equipment
• Experience with the use of associated hand tools
• Experience performing heavy manual labor, including lifting heavy items

Special Instructions:

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.