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General Information

ID
1606
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Facilities Labor Force Trades - Henrico County Public Schools 406 Dabbs House Road, Henrico
Minimum Salary
$ 49,143
Posting Date
07-23-2026
Closing Date
08-24-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment. Incumbents may service and make minor repairs to equipment. Employees in this class may serve as a lead worker or working supervisor.

Essential Duties

Works on specific projects, other staff and trades on various projects.

- Ability to work and to assist other teams in the installation of sewer and water lines and mains, heat pipe, and other building utilities.

- Operates a skidsteer, backhoe, excavator, dump truck, motor grader and other large equipment.

- Works to install/repair asphalt surfaces by hand or with mechanical paving equipment .

- Works to install/repair exterior surface (including cinder tracks, erosion control, etc.).

- Operates a variety of heavy snow removal equipment when needed.

- Services and makes minor repairs to equipment.

- Performs overtime work and other duties as required.

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

- Self auditing practices in safety awareness and procedures.

- Performs other duties, as assigned.

- This is an essential position which requires the employee to report for work during inclement weather or at varying times for emergencies.

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 $49,143.76 ($23.63 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates.  Salary is prorated based on official start date.  Work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 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

High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three years experience operating heavy equipment (both on-road and off-road). Valid Commercial Driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia preferred. Knowledge of the standard practices, methods and materials used in street or utility construction and/or maintenance. Good physical condition required; ability to work at high altitudes and in inclement weather.

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