E7004 - Operator Emergency CDL Wage

Virginia Department of Transportation; Louisa (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is seeking a seasonal worker to support storm preparation and snow removal operations. The role involves standby for call-ins and performing heavy manual labor and equipment operation. You will operate medium and heavy equipment and follow safety procedures.

This position requires flexibility to work day or night shifts and to pass pre-employment screenings. The job emphasizes teamwork, adherence to DOT/VDOT policies, and the ability to perform

Qualifications

• Must possess CDL and DOT medical card.
• Ability to operate medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, front‑end loaders, motor graders and backhoes.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including standing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in snow/ice removal on roadways and respond to weather emergencies.
• Operate equipment such as dump trucks and loaders; perform debris removal.
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used for snow removal.
• Stand-by for call-in seasonal work related to storm preparation and execution.

Skills

Heavy equipment

CDL proficiency

Follow instructions

Job description

Job Description

Perform special duties as assigned. Stand‑by for “call in” seasonal work to supplement advance storm preparation and snow removal activities.

How You Will Contribute

• Emergency Operations: Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces. May also be called in to respond during other types of weather emergencies.
• Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, and blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Preventative Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance on equipment used to clear roadways during inclement weather events.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to operate medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, front‑end loaders, motor graders, backhoe, skid steer, and tractors.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor to include standing, bending, and frequent lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work during the day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Possession of CDL and DOT medical card and ability to maintain thereafter. Must comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skilled in operating medium and heavy equipment such as dump trucks, tractors, front‑end loaders, and motor graders.
• Valid Driver's License

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Emergency Operation, Snow Removal or related field desired.
• Ability to perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
• Ability to perform snow removal operations, especially using single/tandem axle/dump truck, motor grader, backhoe, tractor, front end loader, etc.
• Ability to work 12‑hour shifts, night, and/or day, when necessary.
• Ability to work outside normal business hours in emergencies, inclement weather, and hazardous traffic conditions.

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

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