Roadway Maintenance Equipment Operator: Snow & Emergency Ops

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks diligent workers for roadway maintenance and emergency operations in Virginia. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in snow removal and incident cleanup.

Candidates must communicate clearly, obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months, and follow safety rules and MUTCD standards. The role requires manual labor, attention to detail, and teamwork to keep roadways safe and efficient.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months and maintain thereafter.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light, medium and heavy-duty highway equipment.
• Perform emergency roadway operations including snow removal and incident cleanup.
• Install, maintain and remove traffic control devices per MUTCD.
• Follow safety rules, PPE, and OSHA/VOSHA regulations.
• Perform preventive maintenance and pre-trip inspections.

Skills

Communication skills

CDL within 11 months

Manual labor ability

Reading and following instructions

Operate highway equipment

Safety and PPE

MUTCD knowledge

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks diligent workers for roadway maintenance and emergency operations in Virginia. You will operate light to heavy highway equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and assist in snow removal and incident cleanup.

Candidates must communicate clearly, obtain a CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months, and follow safety rules and MUTCD standards. The role requires manual labor, attention to detail, and teamwork to keep roadways safe and efficient.