Top 175 Operator backhoe Jobs in Virginia

Backhoe Operator
Arlington County, VA —Arlington, VA
- Overtime
- CDL B
- Background check
- Construction site
Directional Drill Operator / Locator
Team Fishel —Chesapeake, VA
- $27 - $28 an hour
- Spanish
- Construction site
- English
- Profit sharing
- Wellness program
Heavy Equipment Operator
WCC Cable, Inc. —Fredericksburg, VA
- $28 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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UTILTY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (SEWER)
Town of Herndon, VA —Herndon, VA
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
6d
Operator SB
Virginia Department of Transportation —Charlottesville, VA
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- Mid-level
Heavy Equipment Operator Class A Truck Driver
Pace Drivers —Richmond, VA
- $13,707 a year
- Extended hours
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Operator SB
Virginia Department of Transportation —Capron, VA
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- Mid-level
5d
Operator SB
Virginia Department of Transportation —Waverly, VA
- Full-time
- Construction site
- DOT physical examination
- Mid-level
5d
Equipment Operator
U.S. Facilities, Inc —Hampton, VA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Overtime
- CDL B
- DOT physical examination
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- 401(k)
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13d
Heavy Equipment Operator for Utility installation Crew (CDL Required)
Skoda Contracting —Alexandria, VA
- $29 - $35 an hour
- Overtime
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- CDL
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Excavator Operator
Roto-Rooter Services Company —Springfield, VA
- Weekends as needed
- Construction site
- CDL A
- Mid-level
- Profit sharing
- Paid training
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full-Time
Sweeping Corporation of America —Richmond, VA
- $27 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Day Diesel Mechanic - Full-Time
Sweeping Corporation of America —Fredericksburg, VA
- $24 - $33 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Day Diesel Mechanic Lead – Full-Time
Sweeping Corporation of America —Fredericksburg, VA
- $32 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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4d
Day Diesel Mechanic Lead - Full -Time
Sweeping Corporation of America —Virginia Beach, VA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- CDL B
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
4d
EQUIPMENT OPERATOR I (BACKHOE)
City of Alexandria —Alexandria, VA
- $43,942.86 - $77,332.58 a year
- Overtime
- Dedicated
- Construction site
- CDL
2d
Loader Operator
D.W. Cary Hauling —Ashland, VA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Mid-level
- Residential
- CDL
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Pipe Crew Backhoe Operator (Underground Utility)
Phillips, Inc. —Richmond, VA
- Construction site
- Mid-level
- Pre-employment physical examination
Heavy Equipment Operator
BBCH —Norfolk, VA
- $25 - $35 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Construction site
- Pass drug screening
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
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10d
Chemical Operator
Chemtrade —Hopewell, VA
- $28.75 - $29.61 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- Forklift
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement

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Backhoe Operator

Arlington County, VA -
Arlington, VA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Commercial truck driving

Full Job Description

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking an experienced Backhoe Operator to operate heavy construction equipment for its Water, Sewer, and Streets (WSS) Bureau. This crew member is primarily responsible for operating a backhoe to excavate trenches on construction sites/roadways and backfill and perform fine grading, along with operating other related equipment to assist in the construction and/or maintenance of seasonal public works projects.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

The Department of Environmental Services (DES) is seeking an experienced Backhoe Operator to operate heavy construction equipment for its Water, Sewer, and Streets (WSS) Bureau. This crew member is primarily responsible for operating a backhoe to excavate trenches on construction sites/roadways and backfill and perform fine grading, along with operating other related equipment to assist in the construction and/or maintenance of seasonal public works projects.

Specific duties include:

Operating a uni-loader, backhoe, forklift, skid steer, and/or crane truck with precision;
Considering site and utility line locations, and determining appropriate methods of operation for other properties and infrastructures;
Moving materials, equipment, and grading surfaces for construction;
Loading various size trucks (medium 6 axle, tandem, 10 axle) and driving/operating other equipment such as asphalt rollers (walk behind and riding), asphalt/concrete saws (handheld and walk behind), and front-end loader;
Performing routine and preventive maintenance on equipment;
Providing technical guidance and on-site training to crew members;
Assuring that all applicable safety requirements are met and providing safety guidance to crew members; and

The successful employee will be a safety-oriented team player, with effective communication skills, and demonstrated experience operating a backhoe on construction projects in a public right-of-way.

Minimum:

High school diploma/equivalent;
Three (3) years of experience in public works, construction, or another trades vocation that demonstrates the ability to perform semi-skilled to skilled manual maintenance and/or construction;
One (1) year of experience operating heavy/specialized equipment such as backhoes, concrete trucks, medium and tandem dump trucks, crane trucks, front-end loaders, asphalt rollers, asphalt/concrete saws, skid steers, and forklifts; and

Substitution: Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the education requirement on a year for year basis.

Desirable: Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:

Two (2) years or more of operating a backhoe and/or similar equipment;
Excavating trenches below grade and around utilities;
Field construction, reading/interpreting plans, cut sheets, etc.; and/or

Special Requirements
CDL: Must possess a Class B or A commercial driver's license (CDL) at time of hire. Selected applicants must authorize Arlington County to obtain, or they must provide a copy of official driving record. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon a favorable review of driving record and passing a pre-employment drug screening and alcohol breath test as required by applicable standards.

Background Check: A pre-employment criminal records check will be conducted. It will include checks of the following: criminal record, driving record, education, professional licensure, and credit history. You will be required to sign a release authorizing the County to obtain your background information.

Drug/Alcohol Screening: Applicant must provide written consent for Arlington County to obtain from previous employer's information required by a Department of Transportation (DOT) agency regulations concerning drug and alcohol testing information. Employees will be subject to DOT drug screening at such times during employment as required by law.

VDOT: Must have or be able to obtain a Virginia Department of Transportation Basic Work Zone Certification within one year of the date of hire.

Other:

Additional special licensure, certifications, and/or endorsements may be required depending on area of assignment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee performs activities outdoors and is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to high heat, exposure to chemicals, and/or biohazardous waste.
The employee is subject to one more of the following conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, loud noises, gases or poor ventilation, oils, and other cutting fluids.
The employee spends long periods of time standing, crouching, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
The employee is required to wear common protective gear or safety equipment such as safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, or hard hats.

SAFETY

Requires learning and following all safety rules and regulations pertaining to job functions which includes attending all required safety classes and meetings to ensure a safe working environment and that team members are practicing the required safety rules and regulations.

Additional Information

Work Hours: 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday during Spring, Summer and Fall. May be required to work 2:00p.m – 10:30p.m. during winter. Must be available on rotating basis for water main maintenance stand-by. Occasional overtime and ability to work alternate shifts may be required on short notice.

The official title of this position is Water/Sewer/Streets (WSS) Equipment Operator.

Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits click here .

Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

NOTE: This position is listed as "open continuous" with a preferred filing date of 8/27/2026. Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications as soon as possible. If your application is received later in the recruitment process, it may not be considered. The application process will close when the position has been filled or when enough qualified applications have been received.

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