Road Maintenance: Heavy Equipment Operator (CDL)

County-of-Frederick,-Va; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Virginia Government is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator to perform heavy equipment operation for road maintenance and construction. You will operate diverse equipment, perform basic repairs, and train others when not operating heavy machinery.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of heavy equipment experience, a valid Class B CDL, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Safety and traffic laws knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two years’ experience operating motorized and heavy equipment.
• Valid Class B CDL required.
• Knowledge of traffic laws and safety procedures for equipment operation.
• Able to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Operate a dump truck, front-end loader and attachments, bobcat and attachments, pickup with snowplow and hopper, heavy roller, backhoe in maintenance and construction of roads, and a tractor with sickle bar – rotary cutter; and use various hand and power tools.
• Service and make repairs and adjustments on equipment.
• When not operating heavy equipment, operate lighter equipment or train other operators.
• Perform manual labor as directed by the manager or his designee.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL Class B

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Frederick County Virginia Government is seeking a Motor Equipment Operator to perform heavy equipment operation for road maintenance and construction. You will operate diverse equipment, perform basic repairs, and train others when not operating heavy machinery.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, two years of heavy equipment experience, a valid Class B CDL, and the ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays. Safety and traffic laws knowledge is essential.