Henrico

• Extensive working knowledge of the Division's operations, equipment, materials and methods used on worksites and to perform assigned job duties.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate, maneuver and manipulate a wide variety of hand, power, pneumatic, hydraulic gas and electric tools and equipment specific to assigned tasks with a consistently high degree of proficiency and with constant attention to safety of operation in order to prevent accidents and damage.
• Consistently demonstrates the highest degree of proficiency and skills in the operation, maneuvering and manipulating vehicles and equipment to, from and on the job site, typically with a greater consequence of error in the form of mistakes and damage to property and equipment or negative impact to the public's safety.
• Sound working knowledge of the hazards in laborious work and of necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to work safely in all types of weather, traffic and worksite conditions, including confined space, conditions utilizing all required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.
• Sound working knowledge of general maintenance and simple repair of tools and equipment used on the worksite with the demonstrated ability to safely and appropriately repair and maintain job related tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform routine manual tasks safely and efficiently.
• Physical condition that will permit safely performing a wide variety of physical job-related activities such as digging, shoveling, grading, lifting (including heavy lifting), loading, pushing, reaching, carrying, stooping, climbing, etc. while working under adverse temperatures, weather and traffic conditions.
• Thorough working knowledge of traffic rules, traffic management rules, safety rules and regulations and accident-prevention practices.
• Ability to accurately understand and follow simple and complex oral and written directions.
• Ability to accurately and efficiently work from plans and specifications and to follow rough sketches and oral instructions.
• Sound and accurate math skills including accurate measuring skills.
• Ability to assist with accurate inventory management and recordkeeping.
• Ability to create and maintain accurate detailed records (paper and electronic records).
• Sound reasoning and problem-solving skills with the demonstrated ability to appropriately resolve all types of worksite issues independently and to seek guidance and approvals appropriately.
• Basic supervisory skills with the demonstrated ability to train and direct the work activities of other personnel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks safely and on time. Sound computer skills with the ability to use a computer to complete assigned tasks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of department staff.
• Personal accountability, including teamwork and establishing and maintaining positive working relationships with all levels of department staff.
• Excellent customer service skills, tact, and courtesy with the ability to positively and appropriately represent the County in all interactions with the public.
• Requires the ability to work a flexible schedule, overtime or on-call rotation as needed or assigned.

This position reports to the DPU Operations Division at 10401 Woodman Road.  

This position may be filled at any level (Specialist, I, II, III, IV) commensurate with the successful candidate's qualifications and the needs of the department at the time of hire.

This position is part of a career development series with positions and salary ranges as follows:

Position                                                                            Salary Range

Utility Specialist (No CDL or CDL Learners)              $38,499.97 – $70,822.50

Utility Heavy Equipment Specialist I                          $44,314.67 – $81,518.92      

Utility Heavy Equipment Specialist II                         $48,671.22 – $89,533.00

Utility Heavy Equipment Specialist III                        $53,456.07 – $98,334.95

Utility Heavy Equipment Specialist IV                        $58,711.31 – $108,002.21

Requires a valid driver's license with a safe driving record and a valid CDL (Class A or B as determined by job duties and operational needs).

Maintains Environmental SOP training requirements, valid VDOT flagging certification, valid confined space certification, pesticide applicator's license and a forklift operator certification.

Will be required to work a rotating on-call schedule.

A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.

Important: Communications regarding your application will come from recruitment@henrico.gov and notifications@henrico.avature.net (our applicant tracking system). Please add both addresses to your safe sender list and check your spam or junk folder regularly.

High school diploma preferred, and six (6) years of relevant work experience, including at least two (2) years as County Utility Heavy Equipment Specialist III; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

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 (Dept. of Social Services, JRJDC, Juvenile Detention Home)