00172 - Operator Traffic

Virginia Department of Transportation; Culpeper (VA); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking a skilled equipment operator to perform roadway maintenance and emergency response duties. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, install pavement markings, and support manual labor tasks to keep roadways safe and functional.

This role requires CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months, ability to read plans, and strict adherence to MUTCD and safety standards.

Formación

• Must obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter.
• Experience with pavement markings and messaging operations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and read/interpret work plans.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and sketches.
• Experience performing heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge of MUTCD and work zone safety standards.

Responsabilidades

• Emergency operations including snow/ice removal and debris cleanup.
• Operate light to heavy highway equipment for maintenance and construction tasks.
• Install and maintain longitudinal pavement markings and pavement messages per MUTCD.
• Follow safety rules, wear PPE, and maintain clean, organized work sites.
• Maintain inventory records and complete required documentation.

Conocimientos

CDL license

Traffic control knowledge

Heavy manual labor

Reading plans & sketches

Safety regulations (OSHA/VOSHA)

Equipment operation skills

Descripción del empleo

Job Description

Perform a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. Perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee. Properly install and maintain longitudinal pavement markings, pavement messages and other traffic control devices.

How You Will Contribute

• Emergency Operations: Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other types of emergency operations. Clear roadways of snow, ice and debris, and clean up after accidents. Provide traffic control.
• Equipment Operations: Operate and maintain light, medium and heavy‑duty highway equipment and vehicles to perform maintenance and construction related work tasks.
• Job Safety: Determine and demonstrate proper work site protection techniques. Identify workplace safety hazards and make suggestions for improvement. Wear proper personal protection equipment. Maintain current knowledge of safety rules, regulations, laws and procedures (OSHA and VOSHA, etc.). Use equipment properly and safely. Apply MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Maintain clean, orderly, and safe work environment. Follow VDOT safety regulations and practices.
• Manual Labor: Participate as a working member of the crew to complete projects and accomplish objectives. Perform manual labor and other maintenance tasks to complete assigned work. Use a variety of hand and power tools to completed assigned tasks.
• Pavement Marking Installation and Maintenance: Install and maintain longitudinal pavement markings and pavement messages in compliance with the MUTCD, Virginia Work Area Protection Manual and Road and Bridge Specifications.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform maintenance repair, replacement and preventive maintenance. Complete pre‑trip inspections for any vehicle or equipment operated.
• Sign Installation and Maintenance: Install and maintain ground‑mounted and overhead signs and other traffic control devices in compliance with the MUTCD. Follow guidelines and policies governing Miss Utility clearances for sign installations. Interpret roadway plans and sketches for new sign installation.
• Traffic Control Devices: Install, maintain and remove traffic control devices for work zones, detours, lane closures, etc., in assigned areas using the MUTCD. Assist in tracking inventory and maintaining records.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret work plans and specifications, and complete accurate work documentation.
• Ability to maintain inventory records and complete simple paperwork.
• Ability to obtain valid CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and sketches.
• Ability to work on a team to complete work assignments.
• Knowledge and application of work zone safety, traffic controls and flagging operations to include the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD).
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic control devices.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of specialty equipment and complex machinery used in pavement markings and messaging.
• Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to follow oral and written instructions, read and interpret work plans and specifications, and complete accurate work documentation.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months of employment and maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and sketches.
• Experience performing heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding traffic control devices.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of specialty equipment and complex machinery used in pavement marking and messaging.
• Skill in the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, as well as light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Working knowledge of work zone traffic control standards and techniques.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in emergency operations to include snow and ice removal, storms and debris clean‑up.
• Experience in pavement marking and messaging operations.
• Experience in the installation and maintenance of various types of traffic control devices.
• Valid CDL with appropriate endorsements.

Physical Requirements

Pre-Employment Screening

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre‑employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:

• Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
• DMV Record Check
• Work History Verification
• References
• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screen

About Us

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

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