Emergency Snow Operations Technician

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a part-time standby worker to support winter preparedness and snow removal. The role requires call-in duties during storms, with 12-hour shifts as needed to back up advance operations.

The position involves assisting in clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals, and operating equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tractors. A valid driver’s license and safety shoes are required.

Qualifications

• Heavy manual labor up to 50 lbs.
• Preventative maintenance on equipment.
• Work day or night shifts to support emergencies.
• Safety shoes required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Assist and support operations for clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals on road surfaces.
• Manual Labor: Install tire chains, plow, blades, and perform debris removal.
• Perform duties as assigned: tasks and projects as assigned.
• Preventative Maintenance: Maintain equipment used during inclement weather to support emergency operations.

Skills

Emergency Operations

Manual Labor

Equipment operation

Instruction following

Tools

Loader

Backhoe

Skid Steer

Tractor

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking a part-time standby worker to support winter preparedness and snow removal. The role requires call-in duties during storms, with 12-hour shifts as needed to back up advance operations.

The position involves assisting in clearing snow and ice from roadways, applying abrasives and chemicals, and operating equipment such as loaders, backhoes, skid steers, and tractors. A valid driver’s license and safety shoes are required.