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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 NWR PARKS OPS 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 GE06 Pay Basis Weekly Advertised Salary
$42,580/ annually
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:
The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure for a full list of benefits and employee perks.
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.
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
Posting Detail Information
Job Open Date 05/27/2026 Job Close Date 06/10/2026 Open Continuous No Special Instructions to Applicants
Selected candidates may be eligible for $3,000 sign-on bonus! Apply NOW!
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
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