Roadway Maintenance Operator and Emergency Response

Virginia Department of Transportation; Virginia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking workers for roadway maintenance, equipment operation, and preventive maintenance. You will perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee and handle manual labor tasks as part of a crew.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to MUTCD, and the ability to operate light to heavy highway equipment, with opportunities to contribute to snow and ice removal, traffic control, and maintenance projects across Virginia.

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 and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain light, medium and heavy highway equipment.
• Perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee.
• Perform preventive maintenance and minor repairs.
• Maintain safety and work zone procedures per MUTCD.

Skills

Effective communication

Reading and following instructions

Teamwork

Safety adherence

Equipment operation

Tools

Hand and power tools

Light/medium/heavy duty equipment

Job description

Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking workers for roadway maintenance, equipment operation, and preventive maintenance. You will perform emergency roadway operations as an essential employee and handle manual labor tasks as part of a crew.

The role emphasizes safety, adherence to MUTCD, and the ability to operate light to heavy highway equipment, with opportunities to contribute to snow and ice removal, traffic control, and maintenance projects across Virginia.