City of Alexandria, VA
Heavy Equipment Operator - Refuse Collection Job at City of Alexandria, VA in Al
City of Alexandria, VA, Alexandria, VA, US, 22350
Salary: $49,640.76 - $87,355.06 Annually
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00060
Department: Transportation & Environmental Services
Division: RESOURCE RECOVERY
Opening Date: 09/26/2025
Closing Date: 10/10/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Labor & Trades
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
(REFUSE COLLECTION)
An Overview
A Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy, multi-purpose equipment with complex controls requiring a high degree of skill and manipulative ability. The work in this class requires considerable skill, especially in constructing grades and in operating heavy equipment efficiently to avoid stopping the progress of related operations. Standard procedures are followed and the work is inspected periodically for safety and economy of operation. This class differs from that of Equipment Operator II in the higher degree of skill required for finished grading and comparable tasks, and the greater possible consequences of error in the form of damage to more expensive equipment. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers I, II and III and/or Equipment Operators I and II. Tasks are performed under the general supervision of a Labor Supervisor or a Superintendent.
The Opportunity
About the Department
is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainability, and thriving. If you are curious for a broader view of our City, click to learn more.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; three years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment; one year of supervisory experience; thorough knowledge of the proper methods of transporting heavy loads and load limits, traffic safety rules and accident prevention practices; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Skills in the operation of heavy multi-purpose motor equipment under all types of weather conditions.
Additional Requirements: Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the proper endorsements in the state of residency.
Preferred Qualifications
To be considered as an ideal candidate, one must possess two (2) years of experience in the operation of, front load trucks for commercial refuse collection, roll-off container truck and knuckle-boom loader.
Notes
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to drug testing, criminal background.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at
01
Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the proper endorsements in the state of residency?
02
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
03
Do you also have three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment?
04
Do you have one (1) year of supervisory experience?
05
Do you have thorough knowledge of the proper methods of transporting heavy loads and load limits, traffic safety rules and accident prevention practices, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities?
06
Do you have skills in the operation of heavy multi-purpose motor equipment under all types of weather conditions?
07
Do you have two (2) years of experience in the operation of, front load trucks for commercial refuse collection, roll-off container truck and knuckle-boom loader?
Required Question
Location : Alexandria, VA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026-00060
Department: Transportation & Environmental Services
Division: RESOURCE RECOVERY
Opening Date: 09/26/2025
Closing Date: 10/10/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Labor & Trades
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
(REFUSE COLLECTION)
An Overview
A Heavy Equipment Operator operates heavy, multi-purpose equipment with complex controls requiring a high degree of skill and manipulative ability. The work in this class requires considerable skill, especially in constructing grades and in operating heavy equipment efficiently to avoid stopping the progress of related operations. Standard procedures are followed and the work is inspected periodically for safety and economy of operation. This class differs from that of Equipment Operator II in the higher degree of skill required for finished grading and comparable tasks, and the greater possible consequences of error in the form of damage to more expensive equipment. Supervision may be exercised over Laborers I, II and III and/or Equipment Operators I and II. Tasks are performed under the general supervision of a Labor Supervisor or a Superintendent.
The Opportunity
- Operates a refuse collection front load truck for commercial refuse collection;
- Operates knuckle-boom loader typically used for loading heavy materials such as large metal items or bulk tree limbs;
- Hauls roll-off containers and helps manage citizen's recycling drop-off sites;
- May assist in collection of recyclable material as needed;
- May require participating as a Refuse Collector or Swing operator;
- Assists Assistant superintendents in performance of daily program monitoring duties;
- Fills in for Assistant Superintendent as needed;
- Keeps equipment clean and reports malfunctions of equipment to fleet management shop; makes minor repairs on equipment;
- Trains subordinates in equipment operation;
- Performs other duties as required.
About the Department
is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering Alexandria. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services. The work we do keeps Alexandrians moving, growing sustainability, and thriving. If you are curious for a broader view of our City, click to learn more.
Minimum & Additional Requirements
High School Diploma or GED; three years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment; one year of supervisory experience; thorough knowledge of the proper methods of transporting heavy loads and load limits, traffic safety rules and accident prevention practices; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Skills in the operation of heavy multi-purpose motor equipment under all types of weather conditions.
Additional Requirements: Possession of a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the proper endorsements in the state of residency.
Preferred Qualifications
To be considered as an ideal candidate, one must possess two (2) years of experience in the operation of, front load trucks for commercial refuse collection, roll-off container truck and knuckle-boom loader.
Notes
This position requires the successful completion of pre-employment background checks including but not limited to drug testing, criminal background.
We are proud to welcome you to explore the City of Alexandria's excellent benefits and programs!
The benefits referenced on this site, may be changed from time to time without notice. Temporary and some part-time positions are not eligible for these benefits. For further information, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team of Human Resources at
01
Do you have a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the proper endorsements in the state of residency?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you also have three (3) years of experience in the operation of heavy equipment?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have one (1) year of supervisory experience?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you have thorough knowledge of the proper methods of transporting heavy loads and load limits, traffic safety rules and accident prevention practices, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you have skills in the operation of heavy multi-purpose motor equipment under all types of weather conditions?
- Yes
- No
07
Do you have two (2) years of experience in the operation of, front load trucks for commercial refuse collection, roll-off container truck and knuckle-boom loader?
- Yes
- No
Required Question