Roadway Maintenance Operator | Emergency & Equipment Ops

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Luray (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking individuals for roadway maintenance roles that involve operating light to heavy equipment, performing emergency snow removal, and completing construction tasks. You will be part of a team ensuring safe, efficient roadways.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, safety compliance (OSHA/VOSHA), MUTCD-based traffic control, and preventive maintenance. A CDL and DOT medical card must be obtained within 11 months; safety shoes required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to obtain CDL and DOT medical card within 11 months and maintain thereafter; must comply with DOT/VDOT policies.
• Capability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of highway maintenance equipment, materials, methods, and procedures.
• Safety shoes required.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of light, medium, and heavy duty equipment used for highway maintenance and repair.

Responsibilities

• Emergency Operations: Operate and maintain light and medium-duty equipment to perform maintenance and construction tasks.
• Emergency Operations: Prepare and operate equipment for snow and ice removal or other emergency operations; clear roadways and provide traffic control.
• Equipment Operations: Operate and maintain highway equipment and vehicles.
• Job Safety: Implement work zone protection techniques; identify hazards and follow safety regulations (OSHA, VOSHA).
• Use MUTCD for detours, lane closures, work zones, etc. Maintain clean, safe work environment.
• Manual Labor: Work with crew to complete projects and perform maintenance tasks.
• Preventive Maintenance: Perform maintenance and pre-trip inspections of vehicles/equipment.
• Traffic Control Devices: Install, maintain, remove traffic control devices for work zones and detours.

Skills

Communication

Reading & Instruction

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Equipment operation knowledge

Job description

Commonwealth of VA Careers in Virginia is seeking individuals for roadway maintenance roles that involve operating light to heavy equipment, performing emergency snow removal, and completing construction tasks. You will be part of a team ensuring safe, efficient roadways.

Responsibilities include equipment operation, safety compliance (OSHA/VOSHA), MUTCD-based traffic control, and preventive maintenance. A CDL and DOT medical card must be obtained within 11 months; safety shoes required.