Heavy Equipment Operator

Public Works Automotive Services is hiring a HEO: Towing and Recovery Operator, to provide professional and safe recovery and towing of vehicles associated with city fleet.

HEO: - Towing and Recovery Operator Duties:

• Extensive experience operating all types of Wreckers: Light Duty (10 ton), Medium Duty (16 ton), and Heavy Duty (50 ton)

• Operating various types of wreckers in a safe and legal manner and in compliance with safety regulations.

• Drive, load, and manage lowboy trailers, Heavy Duty Wreckers, Light Duty Tow Trucks, Flat-bed haulers, etc.

• Assure good operating condition of wreckers and related equipment.

• Advise supervisor of any breakdowns and/or maintenance needs.

• Provide efficient and professional recovery, pickup and delivery of vehicles associated with City fleet.

• Load and unload vehicles safely and free of damage.

• Service and make minor repairs and/or adjustments on all types of vehicles and equipment.

• Operate all types of light duty and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment including cranes, bulldozers, draglines, excavators, landfill compactors, forklift, etc.

• Maintain a good flow of communication with all personnel.

• Respond to and follow proper procedures on accidents, injuries and loss or damage to any property. Ensure City policies and procedures and all state and federal laws are always followed.

• Able to respond to calls after working hours

• 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 requires on call/standby hours on a rotational basis, at least one weekend per month.

• This position is designated ALPHA I and the individual may be required to work in emergency events and inclement weather.

CDL Hiring Bonus

Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $4,000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment:

• $1,000 with first paycheck
• $1,000 first pay period following six-month interim evaluation (with "meets expectations" performance rating)
• $2,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with "meets expectation" performance rating)

The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). The city will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link:

Additional perks the City of Virginia Beach offers:

• Step Pay Plan
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Hiring Bonus for Select Positions
• CDL Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling Options
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 3 Personal Holidays
• 18 Days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Coverage
• Legal and Identify Theft Protection
• Virginia Retirement System (VRS) Hybrid Retirement Plan & Basic Life Insurance
• Commonwealth of Virginia 457 Deferred Compensation Plan (COV 457)
• And more!!