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City of Norfolk, Virginia Equipment Operator III - Cemeteries in Norfolk, Virginia
Equipment Operator III - Cemeteries
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Equipment Operator III - Cemeteries
Salary
$41,503.00 - $67,650.00 Annually
Location
Norfolk, VA
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
12070
Department
Parks & Recreation
Division
Cemeteries
Opening Date
07/02/2024
Closing Date
7/14/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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Description
The City of Norfolk's Department of Parks and Recreation is currently seeking an Equipment Operator III - Cemeteries. The Equipment Operator will be responsible for the preparation of the interment by opening and closing of the graves. This position will also participate in the grounds maintenance and landscape projects to include, but not limited to, mowing, trimming, foundation installations, tree trimming, and supporting other cemetery locations.
Norfolk's d epartment of Parks and Recreation is proud to announce it has been awarded national accreditation by the Commission for Accreditation of Parks and Recreation Agencies. This ensures we will continue to provide quality recreational services that enrich the lives of Norfolk's residents. The City of Norfolk Cemetery Fund produces annual revenues in excess of $2.5 million.
Department Hiring Starting Salary: $45,809
Essential Functions
Essential functions include but are not limited to:
Work involves driving and operating trucks, backhoes, and some heavy equipment; transporting other workers, equipment or supplies to and from job sites; operating various equipment to maintain cemetery grounds and landscapes; and performing maintenance and minor repairs of equipment.
Check’s equipment daily for needed fuel or fluids and inspects for safety prior to use.
Operates tractor of 15 to 50 horsepower in the mowing of grass; operates tractor pulling cart to haul dirt; operates dump truck, 3-ton; operates a backhoe; operates air compressor and pneumatic tools; may also use push mower or trimmer.
Performs funeral services by digging, packing, turf work, and backfilling graves, hauling excess dirt, erecting tents, removing flowers, and moving and replacing monuments.
Removes debris and flowers, trims and plants trees, shrubs, and flowers, edges curb, applies fertilizer and pesticides, seeds; removes snow, aerates lawns.
Provides foundation service by digging holes, mixing, and pouring concrete, and moving and installing markers.
Education/Experience
Work requires knowledge necessary to understand basic operational, technical, or office processes. Level of knowledge equivalent to four years of high school or equivalency.
Two years experience as an Equipment Operator or successful completion of a City apprenticeship program.
Must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License Class B within 12 months. Must be able to operate both manual and automatic transmissions;
Must be a Certified Pesticide Technician or obtain Technician Certification within 12 months.
Must possess valid driver’s license and attach copy of Division of Motor Vehicle driving record (obtained within the last 30 days) to the employment application.
Must be able to work in all kinds of weather. Must also be flexible if asked to switch from one cemetery to another.
Additional Information & Requirements
Work Location: Various cemeteries throughout City of Norfolk
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 7 :30 am - 4:00 pm
Signing Bonus: This position is eligible for a one-time $5,000 signing bonus for applications received on or after February 22, 2022. The signing bonus will be paid in two (2) increments: $2,500 upon completion of 60 days of employment, and $2,500 upon completion of your probationary period. To receive the signing bonus, you must be an active employee in good standing.
Regular full-time and permanent part-time employees may receive paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, employer paid pension plan, basic life insurance, voluntary participation in medical and dental, Section 457 deferred compensation, long-term disability, optional life insurance for self, spouse and children, medical and dependent care reimbursement plans, access to membership in credit union and employer provided parking.
Special project/grant employees are generally eligible for the same benefits of regular full-time employees; however, retirement, life insurance and participation in health plans vary depending upon funding and authorization.
Temporary/seasonal and part-time employees are generally only eligible for employer provided parking and access to membership in credit union.
Retirement
If you are hired October 5, 2010, or after to a position with City of Norfolk Retirement System benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
If you are hired January 1, 2022, or after to a position with Virginia Retirement System (VRS) benefits, you will be required to contribute five percent (5%) of your salary toward your retirement benefit. This will be a pre-tax payroll deduction.
The Tuition Assistance Program is established to encourage employees toward continued self-development and education. Permanent full-time and permanent part-time classified, unclassified permanent, full-time special projects, and constitutional employees who have completed six months continuous service will be eligible to apply. The applicant’s school of enrollment must be an accredited institution.
NOTE:
The benefits described above are broad generalizations. The specific benefits that an employee may be eligible for are governed by City regulations, as applicable to job type.
Non-City
Positions listed with a job type designation of "Non-City" are not subject to the benefits descriptions above. Refer to the content of the job posting for information regarding these positions.
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The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for specific experience being sought. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. Do not answer "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Please note that if you are invited to be interviewed by the department, your responses to the following questions may be subject to verification.
I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
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Please select the highest level of education you have completed.
High School Diploma/GED
Some College
Technical/Vocational Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
No education listed
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Do you have a minimum of six months of experience in landscaping or grounds maintenance?
Yes
No
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If yes, please briefly describe your landscaping and/or grounds maintenance experience. Tell us about your experience with backhoes, mowers, trimmers, and other types of grounds maintenance equipment.
05
Which landscaping equipment are you familiar with?
Riding/standing mower
Zero turn mower
Weed eater
Trimmer
Leaf blower
Aerator
Backhoe, Pruning shears
Shovel/trowel/spade
Other
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Do you possess a current certification as a Pesticide Registered Technician issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia?
Yes
No
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Do you possess a current certification as a Commerical Pesticide Applicator issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia?
Yes
No
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Do you have experience working with horticulture chemicals?
Yes
No
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If yes, please describe your experience working with horticulture chemicals.
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How many years' experience do you have supervising subordinates in a team environment?
Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-4 years
More than 4 years
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Briefly describe your experience supervising a group of subordinates in a team environment. Include in your response the number of team members under your supervision.
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Please indicate your veteran status. (A copy of your long form DD-214 may be required)
I am not a Veteran
I am a Veteran
I am a Disabled Veteran
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Are you a current or previous City of Norfolk employee?
Yes - I am a current City of Norfolk Employee
Yes - I am a previous City of Norfolk Employee
No - I am not a previous or current City of Norfolk employee
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If you were referred for this position by a current City of Norfolk employee, please provide the employee's full name, department, and job title. If not, please indicate by typing "N/A."
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