Equipment Operator II

U.S. Facilities, Inc; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 2,479,680 - 2,755,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 120 Hours

Paid Holidays

401K

Job summary

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking an Equipment Operator II for Virginia Department of Transportation projects in Williamsburg.

The role involves operating a range of highway maintenance equipment, flagging and traffic control, and routine preventive maintenance in a 24/7 operation. Candidates must have a High School diploma or equivalent, a Class B CDL, and be able to obtain a flagging certification within 60 days.

Qualifications

• DOT medical card.
• Must have a Class B CDL at minimum.
• Ability to obtain Flagging Certification within 60 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light to heavy equipment for highway maintenance.
• Perform flagging, set up work zones and traffic control.
• Conduct routine maintenance and assist with emergency roadway operations.
• Follow safety procedures and supervisor instructions.

Skills

CDL Class B required

Flagging Certification within 60 days

Reading and following instructions

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma/GED or equivalent

Job description

Position

Equipment Operator II

Location

Virginia Department of Transportation, 4451 Ironbound Road, Williamsburg, Virginia 23188

Status

Full‑Time Employee (24/7 Operation)

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Fingerprint based Criminal History Records Check (CHRC) will be conducted prior to employment.
• Drug screening will be conducted prior to employment.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Virginia Driver's License in good standing.

Compensation

• $18.00 - $20.00 / Hourly
• PTO 120 Hours Annually
• Paid Holidays
• 401‑K

Scope of Work

U.S. Facilities, Inc., a consolidated facility management service company, is seeking Equipment Operators to perform a combination of skilled equipment operations, preventive maintenance, and manual labor tasks in roadway maintenance. Equipment operations includes but is not limited to backhoe, dump truck, loader, motor‑grader, tractor/bush‑hog, and similar equipment. This position also engages in the following: flag traffic, set up work zones and traffic control, cut brush, clean ditches/debris, patch potholes, and perform emergency roadway operations, on a routine basis as outlined below.

• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Able to perform heavy manual labor (carry 50 pounds 50 yards).
• Able to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Skilled in the operation and maintenance of light, medium and heavy‑du‑t equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.
• Any other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or USF Senior Project Manager.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma/GED or demonstrated equivalent experience or training.

Experience/Skill Sets:

• DOT medical card.
• Must have a Class B CDL at minimum.
• Ability to obtain Flagging Certification within 60 days of employment.

Work Conditions

• 90‑day probation period.
• Flexible schedule (relates to a 24/7/365 operating environment).
• Required VDOT/Industry training.
• Significant all‑season/all‑hour operating conditions.
• May be subject to short or no‑notice work assignments.
• Work is primarily outside along interstate highways requiring necessary safety precautions involved in working with electricity in and alongside traffic.
• Fast‑paced, multi‑tasking environment subject to short or no‑notice work assignments and exposure to inclement weather.
• Work environment is informal, both team and autonomy oriented, having routine tasks with variable pace and pressure.
• Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. Standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, lifting, carrying; frequently reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing can be expected.
• Monitored performance with routine evaluations.
• When directed by client or Project Management may function as a member of an Emergency Response Team.

This position is designated as essential and, as such, all duties associated with this job are required during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. VDOT/Project Management will determine when essential positions are required.