Emergency Snow & Storm Ops Operator (Non‑CDL)

Commonwealth Of Virginia; Winchester; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Of Virginia in Winchester is seeking personnel to support emergency operations during snow and ice events. The role involves standing by for call-in work, performing heavy manual labor to clear roadways, and operating equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tractors.

You will be responsible for applying abrasives and chemicals, performing debris removal, and conducting routine preventative maintenance on the equipment used during inclement weather.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
• Ability to work during day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
• Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow blades, and debris removal.
• Perform duties, tasks and projects as assigned.
• Maintain equipment used during inclement weather to support emergency operations and clearing roadways.

Skills

Operate loaders

Operate backhoe

Operate skid steer

Operate tractors

Follow instructions

Job description

Commonwealth Of Virginia in Winchester is seeking personnel to support emergency operations during snow and ice events. The role involves standing by for call-in work, performing heavy manual labor to clear roadways, and operating equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tractors.

You will be responsible for applying abrasives and chemicals, performing debris removal, and conducting routine preventative maintenance on the equipment used during inclement weather.