Heavy Equipment Operator

Heavy Equipment Operator

Location: Petersburg, Virginia (Fort Lee)

Type: Non-Exempt

Work Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $35.79/hour

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Heavy Equipment Operator at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 10 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking an operator who can operate various heavy equipment. This includes but not limited to trucks and trailers, backhoes, boom mowers, vacuum trucks, off road forklifts, bucket trucks, graders, front end loaders and tractors. Operation of equipment will be use to complete maintenance projects in a safe and effective manner as well as maintaining a positive/professional/can-do/helpful attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Operate tractor and commercial grade riding mowers and/or other equipment

• Operate weed eater, blower, and/or mower as necessary.

• May be required to use manual or power tools to complete work assignments.

• Operates various heavy equipment includes but not limited trucks and trailers, backhoes, boom mowers, vacuum trucks, off road forklifts, bucket trucks, graders, front end loaders and tractors

• Operator must be able to read and interpret grade and slope stakes and simple plans.

• Clean heavy equipment as scheduled and/or required.

• Participate in routine maintenance.

• May grease, adjust and make emergency repairs to equipment.

• Maintain professionalism in both appearance and demeanor.

•   Perform all duties of the Grounds Maintenance Worker.

Qualifications: 

• 5-8 years operating heavy machinery or other formal training may be substituted in part for experience. 

• Must be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend applicable written and/or oral instructions.

• Must deal with customers in a courteous and respectful manner.

Physical Requirements:

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis. 

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties.

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time.

Requirements:

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance.

• Valid CDL Class B, required.

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

Union Affiliation:

This position is represented by the Transport Workers Union of America, AFL-CIO.

* Union Affiliation: This position is represented by the Transport Workers Union of America

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Date Posted: 08/03/2026

*** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.

Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.

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Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process. 

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or email [email protected].

Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify