On-Call Snow & Emergency Equipment Operator

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking personnel to support emergency operations for winter weather, including snow and ice removal on roadways. The role involves heavy manual labor, equipment operation, and routine preventative maintenance.

Qualified applicants will be able to work day or night shifts, wear safety shoes, and hold a valid driver’s license. This is a stand-by role to supplement storm preparation activities as required.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Experience operating a range of heavy equipment.
• Safety shoes required and valid driver’s license.
• Flexible to day or night shifts, including 12-hour periods.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: assist with snow/ice removal and roadway treatment.
• Manual Labor: heavy lifting and debris removal; install tire chains and plow blades.
• Preventative Maintenance: perform upkeep on equipment used in inclement weather.
• Perform duties, tasks and projects as assigned.

Skills

Heavy manual labor

Operate loaders

Ability to follow instructions

Safety awareness

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Loader

Backhoe

Skid steer

Tractor

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers is seeking personnel to support emergency operations for winter weather, including snow and ice removal on roadways. The role involves heavy manual labor, equipment operation, and routine preventative maintenance.

Qualified applicants will be able to work day or night shifts, wear safety shoes, and hold a valid driver’s license. This is a stand-by role to supplement storm preparation activities as required.