E8002 - Operator Emergency Non CDL Wag

Virginia Department of Transportation; Front Royal (VA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks personnel to perform standby duties for call-in work during storms, supporting snow removal and road maintenance operations. The role involves heavy manual labor, equipment operation, and working variable shifts to respond to emergencies.

Candidates should be able to operate loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tractors, with a focus on safety and reliable maintenance of equipment in adverse weather conditions.

Qualifications

• Heavy manual labor capability (standing, bending, lifting).
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (loader, backhoe, skid steer, tractors).
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Commitment to safety shoes and safety protocols.
• Flexibility to work day or night shifts to support emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support emergency operations for snow/ice removal.
• Apply abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces to improve traction.
• Perform heavy manual tasks including installing tire chains and debris removal.
• Maintain equipment used during inclement weather to ensure readiness.
• Follow instructions and work as part of a field operations team.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Equipment operation

Reading & following instructions

Safety awareness

Night/day shift flexibility

Tools

Loader

Backhoe

Skid steer

Tractors

Job description

Job Description

Perform special duties as assigned. The position is to stand-by for “call in” work to supplement advance storm preparation and snow removal activities, as required.

Job Description

Perform special duties as assigned. The position is to stand-by for “call in” work to supplement advance storm preparation and snow removal activities, as required.

How You Will Contribute

• Emergency Operations : Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
• Manual Labor: Perform heavy manual labor such as installing tire chains, plow, blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned.: Perform duties, tasks, activities and/or projects as assigned.
• Preventative Maintenance: Ability to perform preventative maintenance on equipment used during inclement weather to support emergency operations and clearing roadways.

What Will Make You Successful

• Ability to operate equipment such as loaders, 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 perform preventative maintenance on diverse equipment.
• Ability to work during the day or night shifts to support emergency operations.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience or education in Emergency Operations, snow removal or related field is desired.
• 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

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