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General Information

ID
1050
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Facilities Labor Force Trades - Henrico County Public Schools 406 Dabbs House Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 48,671
Posting Date
05-20-2026
Closing Date
06-19-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

To manipulate heavy motor equipment with constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents.  This class differs from that of Equipment Operator I because of the high degree of skill required and the greater consequences of error in the form of damage to more expense equipment.  Supervision may be exercised over designated workers.


Essential Duties

•    Operates backhoes, skid steer loaders, tractors and dump trucks

•    Operates a grader in shaping and maintaining road surfaces.

•    Operates a front-end loader

•    Operates a variety of heavy equipment in cleaning and removing snow from roads and streets

•    Operates a tandem truck, towing backhoe/loader and trailer

•    Operates a street sweeper

•    Supervises and plans the work for a  small crew of semi-skilled and unskilled workers

•    Performs overtime work and other duties as assigned

•    Demonstrates self auditing safety practices and assists in supervision of employees in safety awareness and procedures

•    Attends work daily and is engaged and on-task - regular attendance is required

•    Performs other duties as assigned

•    Operates a tar kettle used in road maintenance

•    Operates a heavy roller as part-time or seasonal assignment


Additional Information

This vacancy is open until filled and is available for the 26-27SY.  This is a 12 month, 8 hours per day, 260 day position.  Minimum salary is $48,671.23 ($23.40 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates.  Salary is prorated based on official start date.  Work hours are 7:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of grade school, one year of experience operating heavy automotive equipment; preferably has some supervisory experience.  Must have valid commercial license issued by the State of Virginia.  Some positions may require a Class A endorsement.  Must have skill in the operation and preventive maintenance of automotive equipment; may require knowledge of standard practices, methods and materials used in street or utility construction and maintenance activities.  Ability to work at high altitudes.  

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request